Job Description

CDM Smith is hiring in Tennessee! We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced seller-doer business development-oriented Project Manager to join our Transportation group in Knoxville, TN! CDM Smith has been providing transportation services in Tennessee for over 50 years. We are looking to expand our focus and market share in transportation planning with the TDOT and new municipal clients.

Flexible and remote work opportunities are available!

In this position, you will be:

Managing and serving as Tennessee Transportation Project Manager on transportation planning projects including bicycle/pedestrian, transit, traffic, planning, new location/and widening local rural two-lane roadways, urban multi-lane roadways, multi-lane interstate and controlled access facilities with major interchanges and interchange types
Arranging, facilitating and preparing for meetings and coordinating with major clients
Building new business and managing relationships with key transportation leaders within TDOT and other major clients including municipalities and contractors for design build throughout Tennessee.
Managing and assisting with strategic pursuits including proposal development and client meetings
Preparing and managing design and construction contract specifications for transportation projects
Being involved with budget, scope and schedule development, monitoring and adherence for tasks and projects managed
Implementing quality procedures at project and task levels
Being active in professional societies in which clients or potential clients are members

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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 engineering, transportation engineering, or related degree.
10 minimum years of related experience in either Transit Planning or Transit Design or both combined
PE License or AICP a plus
Previous experience managing transit projects
Previous experience managing urban design programs for multimodal transportation and pedestrian improvement projects.
Previous experience assisting with the proposal process and presenting/meeting with transportation clients.
Strong experience meeting and working with transit agencies.

Why CDM Smith?

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Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Additional Information

Job Site Location: Tennessee - Knoxville
Amount of Travel Required: 5%
Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

EEO Statement

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Project Manager - Transportation

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