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Client Service Leader - Transportation Planning

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CDM Smith

Phoenix, AZ (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/25/2026

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Client Service Leader - Transportation Planning CDM Smith - 3.8 Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time 14 hours ago Qualifications Civil engineering Business development within consulting Identifying new business opportunities Engineering 11+ years Client relationship development Team development Bachelor's degree in engineering Team management Aviation Transportation planning Bachelor's degree in civil engineering AICP Certification Senior level Project leadership Professional Engineer Civil Engineering Communication skills Structural Engineering Full Job Description CDM Smith currently has a new opportunity for a Client Service Leader to lead business development efforts for our transportation planning practice in Arizona. This position oversees our business development activities, manages overall client service, represents CDM Smith on transportation-related boards or organizations, and serves as a leader in the office and throughout the organization. CDM Smith has been providing transportation services to our clients for over 50 years. Our transportation services have spanned the areas of; transportation planning, design, traffic engineering, transit, feasibility studies, NEPA, aviation, and CE&I projects. As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by: Developing new business and maintaining high-value relationships with key districts and divisions of ADOT and other local/regional clients for transportation planning and related services where you see opportunity. Developing and managing client teams that include project managers, technical specialists, national leaders, as well as junior staff to develop strategic capture plans, proposal efforts, presentations, and other efforts of business development. Serving as a key member of our strategy team promoting growth in Arizona as well as supporting other West US growth initiatives. Serving as a technical or project lead as needed or appropriate on projects of significant size and strategic importance. Being active in professional societies in which clients or potential clients are members. Being a strong leader internally and externally. #LI-KM1 Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree. 12 years of related experience. 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, Transportation, or Structural Engineering or related discipline. Previous experience in transportation planning/engineering business development in the state of Arizona with public clients such as ADOT and MPO/county/municipal agencies. Aviation experience a plus. PE, PTOE, AICP and/or other transportation-related certifications. Excellent communication, networking, and team building skills. Amount of Travel Required 15% 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 TWG 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