Senior Program Manager — Client-Facing Leader

CDM Smith; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is expanding its nationwide program management team and seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and drive client value across markets. You will direct program direction, balance scope, schedule, budget, and risk, while fostering collaboration among project managers, technical leaders, and clients.

This role also involves mentoring staff, sharing industry best practices, and contributing to business development efforts including proposals and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 15+ years of related experience.
• Ability to lead complex programs with cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel 60–90% is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex programs and guide high-performing teams to deliver client outcomes.
• Establish program direction and align multidisciplinary teams to balance scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
• Mentor staff, share best practices, and contribute to business development including proposals and client pursuits.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Communications

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

15 years of related experience

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding its nationwide program management team and seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, align diverse stakeholders, and drive client value across markets. You will direct program direction, balance scope, schedule, budget, and risk, while fostering collaboration among project managers, technical leaders, and clients.

This role also involves mentoring staff, sharing industry best practices, and contributing to business development efforts including proposals and