Senior National Program Manager – Water & Wastewater

CDM Smith; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and are looking for accomplished Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and driving successful outcomes. This client-facing role offers the opportunity to guide high-performing teams and deliver exceptional value to clients across a variety of markets and industries.

This position provides leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of complex programs and strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• 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.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• DBIA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and align multidisciplinary teams to achieve program objectives.
• Build trusted client relationships and communicate strategic guidance to executives.
• Balance scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk across complex programs.
• Mentor staff and contribute to business development activities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive program execution.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Strategic decision-making

Cross-functional collaboration

Program governance

Education

Bachelor's degree

PE license (preferred)

DBIA certification (preferred)

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management team and are looking for accomplished Senior Program Managers who excel at leading complex programs, aligning diverse stakeholders, and driving successful outcomes. This client-facing role offers the opportunity to guide high-performing teams and deliver exceptional value to clients across a variety of markets and industries.

This position provides leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of complex programs and strategic