National Senior Program Manager — Water/Wastewater

CDM Smith; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding its nationwide program management team and seeks an accomplished Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and deliver exceptional value to clients across markets. This client-facing role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and risk.

The position develops and maintains trusted client relationships, mentors staff, and supports business development through proposals and pursuits while

Qualifications

• 15 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• PE license or DBIA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for complex programs and strategic client initiatives.
• Mentor and develop staff; coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Build trusted client relationships and provide strategic guidance and status updates.
• Identify opportunities to enhance client value and contribute to proposals and pursuits.

Skills

Program Management

Leadership

Client Relations

Stakeholder Alignment

Risk & Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding its nationwide program management team and seeks an accomplished Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and deliver exceptional value to clients across markets. This client-facing role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and risk.

The position develops and maintains trusted client relationships, mentors staff, and supports business development through proposals and pursuits while