Program Management Organizations (PMOs)

A program management team is in place to provide professional coordination, technical support, and oversight to help successfully deliver the Measure HH bond program while supporting the district’s leadership in making key decisions and maintaining accountability.

To assist with the complexity of a $3.5 billion capital program spanning multiple campuses and project types, the San Diego Community College District has partnered with three experienced program management firms - Cumming Group, Gafcon, and Kitchell - to support Measure HH delivery. These organizations bring decades of experience managing large-scale public infrastructure programs and a shared commitment to transparency, fiscal accountability, and alignment with the district’s mission.

Under the direction of district leadership, the PMOs provide strategic support that includes:

• Program Oversight & Coordination: Helping organize schedules, reporting systems, and coordination among design-build teams, consultants, and campus stakeholders.
• Financial Accountability: Assisting with budget tracking, forecasting, and ensuring prudent use of bond funds.
• Technical Expertise: Providing specialized support in areas such as infrastructure modernization, infrastructure renewal, and new construction delivery approaches.
• Transparency & Reporting: Supporting regular updates to the district, the Board of Trustees, and the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee.

Importantly, all program decisions remain under the authority of district executive leadership, and the PMOs do not make independent decisions on project scope, contractor selection, or policy direction.