Project Management Specialist

Society for Conservation Biology; Washington; Remote; USD 81,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Management Specialist to join their Federal Services Unit. This role involves project planning, financial tracking, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a Bachelor's degree, along with relevant experience. The position offers flexible work options, including fully remote or hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience required.
• Familiarity with project management tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project managers in documentation and planning.
• Lead on financial oversight and budget tracking.
• Analyze project performance metrics and advise on risks.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

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 workload 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 geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Job Site Location:

United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer:

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith will be considered property of CDM Smith. We will not be liable for payment of placement fees.

Amount of Travel Required:

0%

Assignment Category:

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available:

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e., H-1B or TN Visas for this position.

Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with project management tools and software.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially advanced Excel skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Pay Range Minimum:

$81,765

Pay Range Maximum:

$134,909

Additional Compensation:

Bonuses are discretionary and may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered.

Massachusetts Applicants:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Violations may lead to penalties.