Engineer/Project Manager - Water Services Group

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Safeguards projects by ensuring they 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.
• Collaborates 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.
• Monitors 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.
• Safeguards procurement processes by following established processes and aligning resources with project needs.
• Communicates project priorities, assignments, and deadlines to team members, supporting timely and successful delivery of project objectives.
• Supports client satisfaction through proactive communication, sound planning, and effective expectation management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills & Abilities

• 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.

Amount Of Travel Required

10% or less

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 Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are 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, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 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. 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. Pay Range Min USD $100,194.00 Pay Range Max USD $175,365.00 Visa Sponsorship Available No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.