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Lead Project Management, Digital Engineering SolutionsCDM Smith is seeking a project management lead to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. At CDM Smith, we're proud of our culture of innovation as an AEC firm that positively impacts the environment built where we all live and work. The project management lead we're seeking will be part of the firm's digital transformation and will help define the long-term digital product vision, value proposition, product strategy, and product roadmap. This role will help guide cross-functional teams through the entire product lifecycle, including stakeholder engagement across our architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) disciplines.This position is for individuals who have demonstrated excellence as a project manager, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget while aligning with business objectives, and enjoy framing a problem, shaping & creating solutions, and helping to champion implementation of technology solutions. As a member of the Digital Engineering Solutions team, this individual will also engage in research and development and the incubation of innovative ideas that arise from around the company. This role is highly business-facing, with a strong focus on coordinating stakeholders, organizing their input, and ensuring development teams clearly understand business needs and priorities.Key responsibilities for this position include:Accountable for project completion, working independently in a collaborative environment.Lead and manage initiatives that support and advance the team's mission and core values.Engage with diverse stakeholders from engineering and architecture backgrounds to align initiatives with the team's strategic objectives.Work on multiple assignments simultaneously.Develop project scope, goals, deliverables, and risks that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs.Identify potential risks throughout the project lifecycle, implement mitigation strategies, and proactively address issues.Identify and handle project roadblocks, escalating issues when necessary, and find solutions to keep projects on track.Monitor project quality throughout the delivery process to ensure that established standards and criteria are met.Monitor the project budget, recognizing cost variations and taking necessary steps to keep within budgetary restrictions.Ensure clear communication with leadership, clients, stakeholders, and internal development team teams to keep all parties updated on the project's progress and to resolve problems that may arise.Manage cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.Collaborate with the product lead and delivery manager to ensure project objectives are met.Facilitate effective communication among project team members and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, KPI reports, and presentations.Stay current with emerging technologies to meet industry demands.Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree7 years of relevant experience. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.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.Preferred qualifications:Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI preferred.Bachelor's or master's degree in a field such as computer science, engineering, business, or a related discipline.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.Join us at 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: United States - NationwideVisa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this positionSkills and abilities:Expertise in Project Management: Strong knowledge of best practices, methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Scrum), and experience managing product and project life cycles.Proven Leadership: Ability to take ownership, work independently, delegate tasks, motivate teams, and manage multiple initiatives concurrently.Strategic Planning & Execution: Skilled in developing project strategies, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation plans; adept at risk identification and contingency planning.Technical Proficiency: Experience in the AEC industry with familiarity in design/engineering applications, visualization, GIS, and data analytics; proficient in project management tools such as Microsoft Project.Analytical & KPI Management: Competent in tracking performance through estimate vs. actual KPI boards to ensure projects meet deadlines and budgets.Collaboration & Communication: Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; capable of coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, facilitating meetings, and ensuring clear, strategic communication.Adaptability & Continuous Learning: Willingness to adopt cutting-edge technologies and enhance skills to remain competitive.Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries 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.Pay Range Minimum: $122,595Pay Range Maximum: $214,510Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.Work Location Options: Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.Additional Pay Range Information: The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate's work experience, education/training and key skills.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.