National Senior Program Manager — Water/Wastewater

CDM Smith; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and deliver exceptional client value.

This client-facing role guides high-performing teams, mentors staff, and supports business development while balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk. Domestic and international travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 15+ years of related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex programs in a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programs and align multidisciplinary teams to achieve client objectives.
• Foster trusted client relationships and coordinate with stakeholders and project managers.
• Mentor staff and support business development, including proposals and pursuits.
• Balance scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across programs.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Client relations

Strategic decision-making

Communication

Travel readiness

Risk & issues management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and deliver exceptional client value.

This client-facing role guides high-performing teams, mentors staff, and supports business development while balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk. Domestic and international travel may be required.