Senior Project Manager

Job Description CDM Smith currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager with previous experience managing transit projects to join and help lead our growing New York/New Jersey Transportation group. In this position, you will manage complex transit projects for major agencies and municipalities primarily in NJ and NY, with the opportunity for growth of your portfolio to include projects throughout the Northeast. You will lead multi-disciplined project teams, manage and deliver complex transportation projects, develop the scope and budget for new project pursuits, assist with marketing and business development activities, and serve as a leader in our Transportation Group. As a leader in our program, you will serve our clients and deliver on exciting opportunities by: Serving as the Senior Project Manager for design and planning projects in our transit program. Working with current staff to enhance our transportation services capabilities. Mentoring staff and helping to expand our planning, design and program management practice in NY and NJ markets. Leading the development of project scopes, schedules, and budgets, and monitoring and controlling project performance. Performing Quality Control/Quality Assurance of key deliverables related to transportation projects managed by others. Implementing CDM Smith's quality procedures throughout the project lifecycle. Assisting with marketing and business development efforts to further expand our client base and project opportunities with NY & NJ region transportation agencies. 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 Previous experience managing transit projects for NY/NJ clients. Previous experience assisting with the proposal process and presenting/meeting with transit clients. Strong experience meeting and working with New Jersey, and/or New York agencies, cities, and municipalities.