CDM Smith · 4 hours ago
Engineer/Project Manager - Water Services Group
Hartford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $175K/yr
4+ years expCDM Smith is a company that values employee experience and offers meaningful projects. They are seeking a Water Project Manager to lead complex water infrastructure projects, blending engineering judgment with project management responsibilities to ensure quality and client satisfaction.
Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyTransportationWater
No H1B
Responsibilities
Leads the definition, planning, and execution of water infrastructure projects, establishing scope, schedules, budgets, and project objectives
Develops detailed statements of work and work breakdown structures, securing alignment and approval from internal teams and clients
Applies independent engineering judgment in the evaluation, selection, and application of standard engineering and construction techniques
Provides technical direction to engineers, designers, and project staff to ensure quality, constructability, and regulatory compliance
Manages project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, profitability, and risk identification
Actively monitors schedule and cost risks, implements mitigation strategies, and communicates residual risk to stakeholders
Oversees project change management, evaluating impacts to scope, cost, and schedule and leading resolution in collaboration with clients and project teams
Ensures compliance with company project management practices, safety requirements, and quality standards
Maintains responsibility for client billing and cash flow, including invoice review, approval of subcontractor and vendor invoices, and coordination to ensure timely client payment
Plans and manages project staffing, coordinating internal resources and external consultants or contractors as needed
Clearly communicates expectations, deadlines, and responsibilities to project team members, while coaching and supporting staff development
Builds and sustains strong client relationships by delivering technically sound, on‑time, and well‑managed projects
Acts as a trusted technical and project advisor to clients
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
4 years of related project management experience as an engineer
PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list)
An appropriate and valid driver's license is required
Demonstrated experience applying project management methodologies, including scope definition, budget development, project planning, controls, assurance practices, and the use of project management software
Strong understanding of project financial management, including basic finance and accounting concepts
Proven ability to understand and manage project goals, drivers, strategies, risks, and opportunities while balancing technical, schedule, and cost considerations
Communicates effectively through clear, well-structured written and verbal communication
Ability to collaborate with and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including project teams, clients, vendors, and subcontractors
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to lead discussions and convey technical and project information to diverse audiences
Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple priorities, process a high volume of requests, and remain organized in fast-paced project environments
Proficient in standard business software, including Microsoft Word and Excel, with strong general computer skills
Company
CDM Smith
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm that offers environmental, transportation, and energy-smart solutions and facilities.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Timothy Wall
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Prescott
SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer
Recent News
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