Senior National Water/Wastewater Program Manager

CDM Smith; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management capability and seeks an accomplished Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs across diverse markets. You will guide high-performing teams, align stakeholders, and deliver outcomes that meet client objectives with a focus on schedule, budget, and risk management.

The role emphasizes client relationships, strategic guidance, and mentoring staff while supporting proposals and business development efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 15 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel 60–90% of the time.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programs with multidisciplinary teams in a matrix organization.
• Establish program direction and balance scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
• Develop trusted client relationships and provide strategic status updates.
• Mentor staff and support business development efforts including proposals.
• Coordinate with project managers, technical leads, and stakeholders to ensure delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder alignment

Strategic decision-making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding our nationwide program management capability and seeks an accomplished Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs across diverse markets. You will guide high-performing teams, align stakeholders, and deliver outcomes that meet client objectives with a focus on schedule, budget, and risk management.

The role emphasizes client relationships, strategic guidance, and mentoring staff while supporting proposals and business development efforts.