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Senior Project Manager - Transportation Planning

CDM Smith

43895BR

Requisition ID:

43895BR

Business Unit:

NAU

Job Description:

CDM Smith currently has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager with experience managing transportation planning projects to join and help lead our growing South Carolina Transportation group. In this position, you will oversee multi-modal work assignments to ensure client objectives are achieved. You will lead multidisciplinary project teams, develop scopes and budgets for transportation projects, and assist with marketing and business development activities. Direct engagement with clients, public agencies, and community partners is essential for facilitating project delivery and supporting strategic, long-term transportation goals.

This position can be based in any of our South Carolina Offices - Greenville, Columbia, North Charleston

As an important team member, you will serve our clients and deliver on exciting opportunities by:

-\tServing as Senior Project Manager on transportation planning projects within CDM Smith's range of offerings, including Feasibility Studies, Long Range Transportation Plans, Corridor Studies, PEL Studies, Corridor Management Plans, and NEPA Analysis.

-\tCollaborating with current staff to enhance our transportation and transit planning services capabilities in South Carolina.

-\tLeading the development of project scopes, schedules, and budgets, while monitoring and controlling project performance.

-\tAssisting with marketing and business development efforts to further expand our client base and project opportunities with South Carolina transportation agencies.

Job Title:

Senior Project Manager - Transportation Planning

Group:

TSG

Employment Type:

Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

-\tBachelor's degree.

-\t10 years of related experience.

-\tPMP (PMI), CCM, or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).

-\tDomestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel depends on specific duties, responsibilities, and essential functions of the position, which may vary based on workload and project demands.

-\tEquivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

-\tBachelor's degree in civil engineering, transportation planning/engineering, urban and regional planning, or a related field.

-\tAt least 15 years of related experience in transportation or transit planning.

-\tPE License or AICP certification.

-\tPrevious experience managing transit, transportation, or multi-modal projects.

-\tPrevious experience assisting with the proposal process and presenting or meeting with transportation clients.

-\tStrong communication and presentation skills.

-\tDemonstrated experience in project management and organization, including budgeting, scheduling, risk management, quality control and assurance, familiarity with project management software, and knowledge of finance and accounting principles.

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?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (

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 Carolina - Columbia

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:

5%

Assignment Category:

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available:

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

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

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.

Massachusetts Applicants:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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