Senior National Program Manager - Water/Wastewater

CDM Smith; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and seeks seasoned Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs and aligning diverse stakeholders to deliver client value.

The role requires establishing program direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and driving execution while balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk. Travel up to 60–90% may be necessary across markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 15 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel frequency varies by duties.
• PE license preferred; DBIA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of complex programs, aligning multidisciplinary teams to achieve client objectives.
• Guide and mentor staff, share best practices, and contribute to business development proposals and pursuits.
• Establish program direction, manage scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk; maintain client relationships and provide strategic guidance.
• Lead client-facing activities, coordinate project managers and technical leads, and foster accountability across program delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Program governance

Communication

Risk management

Budget & finance

Education

Bachelor's degree

15 years related experience

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and seeks seasoned Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs and aligning diverse stakeholders to deliver client value.

The role requires establishing program direction, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and driving execution while balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk. Travel up to 60–90% may be necessary across markets.