Project Management Specialist

CDM Smith; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Project Management Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves critical project planning and financial oversight, ensuring projects align with client objectives. You'll collaborate closely with project managers to enhance operational efficiency and compliance with quality standards. The position offers opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment, where your contributions will significantly impact meaningful projects. If you're passionate about project management and thrive in a collaborative setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5 years of related experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, financial tracking, and quality control.
• Analyze project performance metrics and identify risks.

Skills

Project management tools and software

MS Office Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

41438BR

Requisition ID: 41438BR

Business Unit: FSU

Job Description:

CDM Smith is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Management Specialist to join the Federal Services Unit Environment and Energy Team (FSU ENE). In this role, you will play a critical part in project planning, financial tracking, procurement, quality control, and reporting to FSU’s project management team. You’ll work closely with project managers to ensure projects stay on track, within budget, and aligned with organizational and client objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Partner with CDM Smith Project Managers in the development and oversight of project documentation and planning, including scope definition, scheduling, and performance reporting, using discretion to recommend process improvements.
2. Lead and advise on key operational aspects such as financial oversight, budget tracking, supporting invoice development and review of invoices prior to client submission, and funding compliance.
3. Coordinate procurement strategies to support technical scopes of work.
4. Analyze project performance metrics, track critical milestones, and proactively identify potential risks or delays, advising project managers on mitigation strategies.
5. Ensure project compliance with applicable quality standards and government property regulations through independent review and continuous monitoring.
6. Support strategic project pursuits by preparing customized documentation and contributing insights to proposals.
7. Exercise judgment in managing and escalating scope changes, RFIs, submittals, and other contractual communications, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal standards.
8. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support project success.

Job Title: Project Management Specialist

Group: ENT Project Mgmt

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent additional directly related experience.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required, depending on specific duties and project demands.

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build, and operate. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

Why CDM Smith?

Check out this video to see why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith offers meaningful projects, career growth, and a supportive environment. We value passionate individuals who challenge norms and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team and make a difference!

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement. Unsolicited resumes sent outside the Recruitment Center are considered property of CDM Smith.

Amount of Travel Required: 0%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with project management tools and software
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Pay Range: $81,765 - $134,909

Additional Compensation: Bonuses are discretionary.

Work Location Options: Fully Remote or Hybrid

Massachusetts Applicants: State law prohibits requiring lie detector tests for employment.