National Water/Wastewater Program Leader

CDM Smith; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and drive successful outcomes for clients across markets. This client-facing role requires establishing direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while fostering accountability.

The role emphasizes mentorship, development of staff, and supporting proposals and client pursuits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 15 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• PE license and DBIA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programs and align multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor junior staff and develop talent within the discipline.
• Maintain trusted client relationships and provide strategic guidance.
• Support business development including proposals and pursuits.

Skills

Program leadership

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic decision-making

Client relationship management

Team mentoring

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Equivalent related experience

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and drive successful outcomes for clients across markets. This client-facing role requires establishing direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while fostering accountability.

The role emphasizes mentorship, development of staff, and supporting proposals and client pursuits.