Senior National Program Manager – Water & Wastewater

CDM Smith; Manteo (NC); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex, client-facing programs nationwide. You will align diverse stakeholders, guide high-performing teams, and ensure delivery that balances scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.

This role emphasizes client relationships, staff development, and pursuit support across markets. Travel is significant and may be domestic and international, with a focus on delivering value and exceeding client expectations.

Qualifications

• Leadership and influence to align multidisciplinary teams for program objectives.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders to enable strategy execution.
• Knowledge of governance, accounting, finance, and risk management within programs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills across audiences.
• Ability to interpret complex technical, professional, and business materials.

Responsibilities

• Mentor more junior staff and develop them for growth.
• Participate in Communities of Practice and industry activities.
• Contribute to papers, conferences, and professional associations as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as required by the program.

Skills

Leadership & team alignment

Client relationship management

Program governance & risk management

Strategic communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

15 years of related experience

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex, client-facing programs nationwide. You will align diverse stakeholders, guide high-performing teams, and ensure delivery that balances scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.

This role emphasizes client relationships, staff development, and pursuit support across markets. Travel is significant and may be domestic and international, with a focus on delivering value and exceeding client expectations.