Senior National Program Manager - Water/Wastewater

CDM Smith; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States is expanding its nationwide program management team and seeks Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and delivering value to clients across markets.

The role directs program strategy, coordinates multidisciplinary teams, mentors staff, and supports business development through proposals and client pursuits, with travel 60%–90% and a focus on governance, risk, schedule, and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 15 years of related experience required.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programs and align multidisciplinary teams across projects.
• Mentor and develop staff within the program management discipline.
• Develop trusted client relationships and provide strategic guidance and status updates.
• Support business development through proposals and client pursuits.
• Ensure program direction, governance, risk management, and delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Stakeholder management

Governance

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

15 years of related experience

PE license (preferred)

DBIA certification (preferred)

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States is expanding its nationwide program management team and seeks Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and delivering value to clients across markets.

The role directs program strategy, coordinates multidisciplinary teams, mentors staff, and supports business development through proposals and client pursuits, with travel 60%–90% and a focus on governance, risk, schedule, and budget.