Manager, Finance and Administration

About the Company

CDM Smith is a place where meaningful projects, career growth, and a supportive work environment come together. Employees are encouraged to challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions, and bring diverse perspectives. The company values personal leadership, career development, and a progressive, inclusive work environment that supports both professional and personal well-being.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the development of cost and pricing proposals for procurements.
• Develop pricing strategy and conduct cost negotiations for contracts and work orders.
• Assist headquarters with government audits.
• Develop the office budget in conjunction with the designated local manager.
• Manage the office’s financial issues, including compliance with budget and contractual requirements, financial reporting, invoice approval, and coordination with headquarters accounting.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the unit’s operating budget.
• Review and negotiate terms and conditions of solicitations, teaming agreements, contracts, subcontracts, and other agreements.
• Manage post-award contract administration and closeout.
• Oversee procurement functions to ensure compliance with contractual terms, government regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in resolving subcontract issues.
• Advise office management and staff on contractual, cost estimating, pricing, procurement, and financial issues.
• Manage day-to-day staff activities, including performance feedback, appraisals, and training.
• Approve paid time off (PTO) requests and ensure compliance with human resources policies.
• Provide administrative support to the unit’s management and staff in relevant areas of expertise.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent additional directly related experience).
• 10 years of related experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Ability to interact with senior leadership and all levels of staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to oversee concurrent preparation of complex projects with close attention to detail and coordination.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required (20% - 40%).
• An appropriate and valid driver’s license is required.

Pay

Pay Range: USD $102,170.00 – $178,776.00. Compensation is determined by factors including role, responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, education/training, and geographic location. Bonuses are discretionary and may not apply to this position.