Senior Program Manager, National Water/Wastewater

CDM Smith; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 134,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the delivery of complex programs across diverse markets. You will coordinate project managers, technical leaders, and clients to ensure program success, balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.

The role requires strong leadership, client relationship-building, and the ability to mentor staff while contributing to business development efforts. Travel is substantial and travel management will be essential.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and align multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong relationship building with clients and stakeholders; facilitates consensus.
• Expert knowledge of governance, finance, and organization management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for delivery of complex programs and strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and drive execution to meet objectives.
• Maintain trusted client relationships and provide strategic guidance and status updates.
• Mentor staff and contribute to knowledge sharing and business development activities.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Program governance

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the delivery of complex programs across diverse markets. You will coordinate project managers, technical leaders, and clients to ensure program success, balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.

The role requires strong leadership, client relationship-building, and the ability to mentor staff while contributing to business development efforts. Travel is substantial and travel management will be essential.