CDM Smith

Requisition ID

40620BR

Business Unit

NAU

Job Description

CDM Smith has an exciting, immediate opening for an experienced and driven client-focused stratetgic Design Build Sr. Project Manager to support our South Region Water Team in growing our Collaborative Project Delivery business. In this position, you will manage and lead multi-discipline planning, design, and construction teams for large water and wastewater treatment facilities, collection and distribution systems, and environmental and stormwater facilities. As a strategic member of this team, you will have direct access to engineering and construction leaders across the organization and will be empowered to deliver innovative solutions while interacting effectively with clients, company management, administrators, project engineers, and vendors, and the industry’s best Design-Builders. This strategic position reports directly to the South Region Delivery Leader and offers the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Assignments range from client relationship building, to support of proposals and estimates, to execution of projects where you will:

• Facilitate effective communication between design and construction project leadership
• Manage multi-discipline water/wastewater/conveyance and environmental projects up to the $100M + range within the engineering and construction sector from early concept development through detailed design and construction
• Build and manage relationships with major municipal clients in the South Region
• Serve as a leader of pursuit and project delivery teams
• Work effectively with key technical specialists, project team members, delivery managers, and vendors
• Assist with the coordination and development of GMP Guaranteed Maximum Price) documents
• Prepare, monitor and manage project budgets and schedules while managing the firm's risk
• Provide high level planning and programming analysis work including preparation of technical documents/reports
• Promote design build best practices, including constructability reviews, schedule compliance, and quantity management
• Be active in professional societies in which clients or potential clients are members, including DBIA

Job Title

Sr. Design Build Project Manager - Water Services

Group

HQG

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 10 years of related experience.
• PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Alternative project delivery and integrated design build project management experience
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management is a plus
• DBIA certification is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with internal and external clients
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Project management experience on multi-disciplined water, wastewater, stormwater infrastructure design build projects
• Experience as a leader, mentor, and problem solver with a determination for excellence
• Prefer candidates with a Master's Degree in Engineering, Science, or Construction Management
• General Contractor's license

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?

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Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location

South United States

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount of Travel Required

15%

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities

Experience working with project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, project management software and finance and accounting concepts and practices. Demonstrates excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Possesses in-depth knowledge of project goals, drivers, strategies, risks and opportunities. Good interpersonal and presentation skills for interacting with team members and clients. Ability to interact with many people and process a large volume of requests as necessary. Excellent personal computer skills including strong knowledge in MS Word and Excel. Demonstrates strong organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

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