Management Specialist 7-Overhead Contact Systems (OCS)

Job Title Management Specialist 7‑Overhead Contact Systems (OCS) Location United States – Nationwide Employment Type Regular (Full‑time – Regular) Job Description As a member of this team, you will contribute to CDM Smith's success by; Developing project scope of work and fee proposals. Managing task or project‑level budgets and schedules. Providing day‑to‑day direct oversight of traction power planning and design projects. Developing project design criteria, construction plans, construction specifications, and cost estimates. Writing technical reports. Assigning daily work, and mentoring junior staff. Managing implementation plans as appropriate. Collaborating with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Reviewing draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices. Meeting with current and potential future clients to review their current and future organizational needs. May participate in professional associations and societies, attend conferences, contribute to papers, etc. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree. 12 years of related experience. 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 Strong background in Overhead Contact System design, Traction Power design, DC Power design, testing, installation, and construction phase services, preferably with clients like CTA, Metra and/or similar transit agencies nationwide. Experience managing and delivering design projects from initiation through final design. Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD. Ability to present in front of large groups. Task leader, discipline leader, or project management experience, including development of project proposals and creation of scope of work documents. 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. Pay Range $119,829 – $209,726 Travel Required 20% Visa Sponsorship Available No #J-18808-Ljbffr CDM Smith