Senior National Program Manager - Water/Wastewater

CDM Smith; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and drive successful client outcomes.

The role focuses on establishing program direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining trusted client relationships while guiding staff development and business growth initiatives across markets and industries.

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 align multidisciplinary teams to achieve objectives.
• Guide client relations, provide strategic guidance and status updates.
• Mentor staff, share PM best practices, and contribute to business development.
• Balance scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk for programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Stakeholder alignment

Strategic decision-making

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

PE license

Equivalent experience

Tools

DBIA certification

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and drive successful client outcomes.

The role focuses on establishing program direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining trusted client relationships while guiding staff development and business growth initiatives across markets and industries.