National Senior Program Manager – Water & Wastewater

CDM Smith; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and is seeking accomplished Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and driving successful outcomes for clients across markets and industries.

This client-facing role provides leadership for complex programs, balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk, while developing trusted client relationships, guiding teams, mentoring staff, and supporting business development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 15 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.
• Participate in Communities of Practice (CoP) activities.
• May participate in professional association and societies, attend conferences, contribute to papers, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Governance

Communication

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and is seeking accomplished Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and driving successful outcomes for clients across markets and industries.

This client-facing role provides leadership for complex programs, balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk, while developing trusted client relationships, guiding teams, mentoring staff, and supporting business development