Company Overview:

At RealStreet, we partner with leading organizations to ensure the success of complex, mission-critical projects. Our client, a respected engineering and design firm, is seeking an experienced Architect-Engineer Design Program Manager to lead their design team. This is an exciting opportunity to guide impactful projects, collaborate with industry experts and make a lasting difference.

Job Summary:

As an Architect-Engineer Design Program Manager, you will lead multiple simultaneous A/E design projects from inception to completion, overseeing planning, design and execution while ensuring high-quality, cost-effective solutions that meet client needs. Your leadership will drive innovation and success as you guide your team through the design process, with a strong focus on client engagement, project delivery and profitability. This role, based in Severna Park, MD, offers a dynamic blend of technical challenges, leadership responsibilities, and client collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Scoping & Planning: Define scope, objectives and deliverables in alignment with client needs
• Lead Design Teams: Guide multi-disciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for federal projects
• Oversee Design & Execution: Manage the design process from concept through construction, ensuring timely delivery
• Budget & Schedule Management: Collaborate with teams to establish and maintain project budgets and schedules
• Client Engagement: Partner with federal clients to refine design scope and ensure project alignment
• Coordination & Review: Conduct design reviews and ensure ongoing project progress

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil/Structural Engineering
• Certification: Professional Engineering (PE) registration
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years managing “at risk” design projects, particularly in federal or complex design environments
• Leadership & Technical Expertise: Strong technically-based leadership skills with a proficient understanding of multi-engineering disciplines and technical design standards
• A/E Cost Proposal Experience: Experience preparing A/E cost proposals
• Project Management Expertise: Strong project management skills, with experience in budgeting, scheduling, and delivering projects successfully
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite
• Travel Flexibility: Ability to travel to project sites, bid meetings, and kick-off calls as needed

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a generous company match
• Medical Insurance Plan (including prescription coverage)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) plan
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer:
RealStreet is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

How to Apply:
Interested in this leadership role? Submit your resume today! We look forward to hearing from you.