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Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Services

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CDM Smith

Knoxville, TN (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 14 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/13/2026

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Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Services CDM Smith - 3.8 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time 17 hours ago Qualifications Business development management Environmental permitting Managing water infrastructure teams Water treatment systems Construction specifications Project engineering Environmental compliance permitting projects Chemical Engineering Business development within consulting Managing projects in an engineering role Construction risk management Schedule management Managing design projects Bachelor's degree in engineering Managing engineering teams Business development within government Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Pumping systems Environmental engineering Managing construction project teams Managing environmental project budgets Client management Mentoring Design engineering Water systems Leading team collaboration initiatives Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering Project management software Bachelor's degree in civil engineering Managing projects Full Job Description CDM Smith has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to join our growing South Group in either our Knoxville or Nashville offices. This is a key role with the potential to have significant impact on client development and project management in a growing market building on our proven history of performance in Tennessee . In this position, you will be a key point of contact for our municipal clients throughout the state while partnering with CDM Smith leadership to identify, develop, and deliver project opportunities and growth-related initiatives. You will lead planning and design teams for multi-discipline projects in the fields of large diameter conveyance (water distribution and wastewater collection), water and wastewater pumping systems and water/wastewater treatment projects in Tennessee. As a member of this team, you would contribute to our clients' mission by: Managing water/wastewater design, permitting, and construction services from early concept development through construction Serving as a leader of project teams and mentoring staff, including the coordination and reviewing of project assignments Effectively working with key technical specialists, project team members, and delivery managers Assisting with preparation of design drawings and specifications on multi-discipline design projects Preparing, monitoring, and managing project budgets and schedules while managing the firm's risk using the latest project management tools Being active in the water/wastewater industry, and conference/committee participation in professional societies Assisting in new business development by contributing to strategic planning, marketing, and business operations planning Collaborating with sales team members in response to client requests for qualifications (RFQs) Interfacing with clients and government officials and providing updates to upper management as necessary For more information about our Project Management roles, tools and culture, please visit this website https://bit.ly/2UC8V16. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree. 10 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. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental or chemical engineering Professional engineering (PE) license Project management experience on water/wastewater infrastructure design projects in Tennessee Alternative project delivery experience Amount of Travel Required 5% 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. 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. Agency Disclaimer All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Additional Compensation All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Business Unit NAU Group SWG Assignment Category Fulltime-Regular Employment Type Regular Visa Sponsorship Available No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position