Engineer/Project Manager - Water Services Group

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At CDM Smith, our work goes beyond engineering, we help communities thrive by delivering solutions that protect public health and the environment.

Our Boston team is advancing high-impact water and wastewater initiatives throughout the region, and we’re seeking an Engineer/Project Manager who is motivated by meaningful work, technical excellence, and collaboration.

How You Will Contribute

• Leads the planning and delivery of water services projects by defining project scope, objectives, schedules, and budgets.
• Develops detailed statements of work and work breakdown structures, coordinating with internal teams and clients to align on project approach, deliverables, and expectations.
• Applies established project management practices to assess project risks related to scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality.
• Develops and implements risk mitigation strategies, monitors performance metrics, and communicates residual risks to project stakeholders.
• Ensures projects are executed in accordance with company standards, project management procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Manages day‑to‑day project financial performance, including cost tracking, forecasting, and support of project profitability.
• Coordinates with internal billing teams to prepare and review client invoices, supports timely client payment, and follows up on outstanding receivables as needed.
• Reviews and approves subcontractor and vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and timely payment. Performs ongoing review of project status, monitoring schedule, budget, staffing, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manages project changes using established change management protocols, evaluates impacts to scope, cost, and schedule, and works with project teams and clients to implement appropriate adjustments or alternate approaches.
• Ensures appropriate review of project scope by safety professionals and supports the implementation of approved safety plans.
• Responds in a timely manner to corrective actions identified through internal or external audits, coordinating with project teams to implement resolutions.
• Plans and conducts work requiring engineering judgment in the application of standard engineering and construction techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Provides technical guidance and day‑to‑day direction to engineers, designers, and project team members to support quality, constructability, and compliance.
• Develops and implements project staffing plans, coordinating internal resources and identifying the need for external consultants or contractors.
• Ensures procurement processes are followed and resources are aligned with project needs.
• Clearly communicates project priorities, assignments, and deadlines to team members, supporting timely and successful delivery of project objectives.
• Provides coaching and performance feedback to project staff and collaborates with discipline leads and people managers to support staff development.
• Escalates performance, staffing, or resource concerns to appropriate management when necessary.
• Builds and maintains strong working relationships with clients by delivering high‑quality, on‑time project outcomes.
• Supports client satisfaction through proactive communication, sound planning, and effective expectation management throughout the project lifecycle. Performs other duties as required.

• Demonstrated experience applying project management methodologies, including scope definition, budget development, project planning, controls, and assurance practices.
• Strong working knowledge of project management software and an understanding of core finance and accounting concepts as they relate to project delivery.
• Ability to understand and manage project goals, drivers, strategies, risks, and opportunities, balancing technical, schedule, and financial considerations.
• Communicates effectively through clear, professional written and verbal communication.
• Proven ability to collaborate with and influence a wide range of stakeholders, including project teams, leadership, clients, and vendors.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively in both technical and client‑facing settings.
• Demonstrates the capacity to manage multiple priorities, respond to a high volume of requests, and remain organized in a fast‑paced project environment.
• Proficient in standard business software, including Microsoft Word and Excel, with strong overall computer literacy.
• Highly organized, with the ability to prioritize work, manage competing deadlines, and maintain focus on project objectives.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 4 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.