Engineer/Project Manager - Water Services Group

CDM Smith Inc

Providence, RI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Billing, Budgeting, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Compliance, Cost Forecasting, Cross-Functional, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Satisfaction, Financial Management, Financial Projections, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Process Safety Management, Profit & Loss, Project Lifecycle, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Management, Safety Training, Schedule Development, Statement of Work (SOW), Team Player, Time Management, Water Resource Management, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
LOCATION
Providence, RI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Join a collaborative team delivering water infrastructure projects that support resilient, sustainable communities.

As a Water Project Manager, you'll lead projects from planning through execution, balancing technical quality, financial performance, and client satisfaction while working closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Define project scope, objectives, schedules, budgets, and execution strategies; develop statements of work and work breakdown structures.

Align internal teams and external stakeholders on project requirements, delivery plans, and expectations.

Identify and manage project risks, monitor performance metrics, and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.

Manage scope, schedule, and budget changes using established change‑management processes.

Ensure compliance with company standards, project management procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations.

Oversee project financials, including cost tracking, forecasting, billing, and overall profitability.

Review and approve client invoices, subcontractor and vendor invoices, and follow up on outstanding payments.

Develop and manage project staffing and resource plans, including coordination of internal teams and procurement of outside resources.

Provide clear direction to project team members, assign work, and support timely completion of project objectives.

Coach and mentor project staff, provide performance feedback, and escalate issues as appropriate.

Build and maintain strong client relationships, manage expectations, and deliver high‑quality, on‑time project outcomes.

Support safety planning, audit responses, and continuous improvement efforts as needed.

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About the Company

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CDM Smith Inc