Anywhere Leveraging their program management background, the Seattle Region Market Director will lead one of the largest climate resiliency programs in the Pacific Northwest. They will manage the relationship with external senior leaders and other associated stakeholders on multi-constituency projects and communicate general project status and deliverables to all other program participants (internal team members, delivery partners, area stakeholders, etc.). This leader will further ensure compliance with performance metrics for the partnership and performance standards as required by our public sector clients. This is an exciting, long-term opportunity to maintain ongoing connectivity to grow and expand the partnerships in the region.
The role involves leading the oversight of CIS’s Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) projects designed by CIS’s subcontractors on a wide variety of large-scale projects across Northwest. The role also requires that the Market Director supports business development and marketing of climate resiliency programs in the Pacific Northwest region.
This position reports to the Managing Director of CIS’s environmental Asset Management business line.
Key Responsibilities:
- Become a thought leader in equitable climate resiliency initiatives across the Seattle Metro area and the Pacific Northwest.
- Establish a strong working and collegial relationship with the local partner staff, and program stakeholders.
- Thoroughly understand the vision, contractual agreements, and roles and responsibilities of our area partnerships so as to hold all parties involved accountable for their responsibilities within the partnerships.
- Manage service providers contractual obligations related to the implementation, delivery and management of the project; review and approve any required agreement modifications with supporting financial and legal analysis.
- Identify and resolve potential performance gaps or challenges that may impact future commitments. As necessary, develop corrective action plans that promptly address any pain points, inefficiencies, or unmet business needs; partner with operations teams to guide end-to-end execution of the plan.
- Ensure the consistent application of all policies and procedures at the program level.
- Lead periodic meetings with the Partner to discuss program management operations and priorities.
- Interact with all Program and community stakeholders to promote the program initiatives and its contribution to the general community at large.
- Support an environment that fosters respectful, informative and timely communication and collaboration across various functional areas.
- Coordinate the activities of functional support teams to assure that all resources are well coordinated, and lines of communication are clear and open.
- Review and analyze financial reports to proactively identify challenges as well as opportunities to improve operations and to maintain the overall financial health of the program.
- Ensure that all milestones, measurements, fees, budgets and schedules are achieved in compliance with the approved program business plan and CIS’s vision.
- Work with finance, accounting, legal, HR, IT and various subject matter experts to maximize the oversight and increase value within the partnerships to ensure delivery of the vision, scope and services.
- Troubleshoot and adjust strategy and tactics when necessary to ensure achievement of goals.
- Facility management and coordination of any leased office space and subsequent activities associated with the brick-and-mortar buildings.
- Coordinate with accounting personnel to ensure timely and accurate submission of all client reporting requirements.
- Support and reinforce company goals, strategies and decisions in a manner consistent with CIS’s culture and vision.
- Recognize and elevate any potential liabilities that may adversely impact the program and/or company.
- Develop and manage an extensive network of contacts with water utilities, government agencies, and consulting and nonprofit/community partners.
- Identify and participate in industry working groups, associations, and collaborative networks to stay up-to date, gather industry intel, and share CIS’s work.
What You Will Need:
- This role requires strong leadership skills and experience managing large groups of people and many concurrent complex processes.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is required. The successful candidate will have this Certification or agree to obtain the Certification within 90 days of starting employment with CIS.
- Relevant program management experience is essential. Experience with programs related to stormwater, water or other public facilities development and/or management is a plus.
- Enthusiasm to work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team comprised of asset managers, engineers, landscape architects, community organizers and planners to make positive and impactful change across communities through careful design and implementation of green best practices.
- Motivation to serve underserved communities.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering/architecture, Business, Finance, Economics or related field. MBA/advanced business-related degree preferred.
- 15+ years of professional experience in service provider business with a focus on upholding contract obligations and identifying opportunities for expansion/growth.
- This role is client facing and requires the relationship skills necessary to establish and nurture and effective strategic relationship with all stakeholders while focused on creating value for the clients.
- Proven ability to lead the implementation of project-level strategies.
- Critical thinking and analytical skills necessary to mitigate risk factors and resolve complex or unforeseen conditions amid tight timelines and high client expectations.
- Demonstrable business sophistication and financial aptitude necessary to navigate high complexity service level agreements.
- Demonstrable success in managing multi-constituency projects.
- Strong communication skills, written and verbal, in terms of being able to communicate general project status and performance, specific deliverables, issues and/or other points of escalation in addition to the standard day-to-day communications required to ensure that all other program participants (internal team members, delivery partners, other 3rd parties, etc.) are performing their required duties.
- Proven ability to implement ideas and settle differences in a manner that strengthens relationships.
- Proven success analyzing key business issues and identifying the root cause of business challenges.
- Demonstrated ability to organize individual and team activities to ensure operations are highly productive and meet or exceed business goals.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with individuals of diverse backgrounds and at all organizational levels, including the ability to influence and negotiate.
- Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
- Ability to travel regularly.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Position Location Requirements
Based in the Greater Seattle metro area. The candidate is expected to attend in-person meetings as required and should anticipate approximately 10% travel time throughout the year.
Exceptional Benefits for Exceptional Team Members
The pay range for this position is $180k to $220k, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary performance incentive.
CIS employees are eligible for:
- A choice between two benefit-rich medical, dental and vision plans
- 401(k) with immediate 100% vesting and contribution match
- Unlimited paid time off
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid time off to volunteer
- Tuition reimbursement to support growth and development
- 100% paid life and AD&D insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Maternity leave
- Paternity Leave
- Military Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program
CIS does not discriminate in employment or applications for employment based on an applicant’s sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, service in the armed forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected classification as outlined by Federal, State or local laws.
About Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC (CIS):
CIS is a national leader in the development and implementation of public infrastructure solutions, focusing on improving the environmental, economic, and social condition of the nation’s infrastructure through solutions that drive local economic inclusion and equity, reduction of public risk, and increased community investment and buy-in. CIS also offers related advisory expertise and services on topics including nature-based solutions, climate resilience, disaster prevention, environmental equity/justice, green stormwater infrastructure, environmental finance, water affordability, and public trust. For more information, please visit www.cisolutions.com.
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