Senior Program Manager: Lead Complex Programs & Clients

CDM Smith; Hattiesburg (MS); 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 with multi-stakeholder alignment. This client-facing role requires balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk while guiding teams to successful outcomes.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, shaping program direction, and supporting business development. Significant travel and collaboration across markets are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 15 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel 60–90% expected.
• Equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior staff and develop talent within the discipline.
• Participate in Communities of Practice and professional activities.
• Contribute to client proposals and pursuits; support business development.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Stakeholder alignment

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

PE license

DBIA certification

Job description

CDM Smith is expanding its nationwide program management team and seeks a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs with multi-stakeholder alignment. This client-facing role requires balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk while guiding teams to successful outcomes.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, shaping program direction, and supporting business development. Significant travel and collaboration across markets are expected.