Senior National Program Manager - Water & Wastewater

CDM Smith; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and seeks accomplished Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and driving successful outcomes.

This client-facing role provides leadership for delivering complex programs, establishing program direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, and supporting business development while maintaining trusted client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 15 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programs and guide high-performing teams.
• Establish program direction and drive execution.
• Maintain trusted client relationships and provide status updates.
• Mentor staff and support business development activities.
• Coordinate with project managers, technical leaders, and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder alignment

Program management

Risk management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

DBIA certification

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and seeks accomplished Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and driving successful outcomes.

This client-facing role provides leadership for delivering complex programs, establishing program direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, and supporting business development while maintaining trusted client relationships.