Project Management Specialist

Society for Conservation Biology; West (MS); Remote; USD 81,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm 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. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, with a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Opportunities for remote or hybrid work are available.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

View more categories View less categories Sector Consultancy/Private Sector Field Conservation science Discipline Project Management Salary Type Salary Employment Type Full time

**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:**

• 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.
• 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.
• Coordinate procurement strategies to support technical scopes of work.
• Analyze project performance metrics, track critical milestones, and proactively identify potential risks or delays, advising project managers on mitigation strategies.
• Ensure project compliance with applicable quality standards and government property regulations through independent review and continuous monitoring.
• Support strategic project pursuits by preparing customized documentation and contributing insights to proposals.
• Exercise judgment in managing and escalating scope changes, RFIs, submittals, and other contractual communications, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal standards.
• 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, contingent 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 as diverse as our clients' needs. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by law.

**Why CDM Smith?:**
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**Job Site Location:**
United States - Nationwide

**Agency Disclaimer:**
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement to receive payment for your placement. Unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith or any employee outside of the Recruitment Center will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be liable for a placement fee.

**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 Excel
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

**Pay Range:**
Minimum: $81,765
Maximum: $134,909

**Additional Compensation:**
Bonuses are discretionary and may or may not apply.

**Work Location Options:**
Fully Remote or Hybrid options may be considered.

**Massachusetts Applicants:**
It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment in Massachusetts.

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