Management Specialist - Program Services

CDM Smith • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Join CDM Smith’s Program Services team and contribute to the successful delivery of client engagements and cross-functional initiatives across the AEC industry. Under direct supervision, this role supports program and project management activities by coordinating project information, analyzing operational data, tracking deliverables, and helping ensure project objectives align with client business needs. The position may require domestic and/or international travel, with travel frequency dependent on duties, responsibilities, workload, and project demands. An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent additional directly related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Basic knowledge of corporate governance practices, organization design principles, accounting principles, finance, supply chain management, and organization management.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to understand complex technical, professional, and business materials.
• An appropriate and valid driver's license.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; the stated travel range is 20%–40%.

Responsibilities

• Support program and project management initiatives, including operational improvement, organizational effectiveness, and process optimization.
• Collect, organize, and analyze client data, industry research, and market intelligence to support project planning, performance assessments, and management consulting engagements.
• Maintain project trackers, databases, and reporting tools to monitor milestones, deliverables, schedules, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Validate data accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and consult primary sources to ensure the integrity of project documentation and reporting.
• Assist in preparing project status reports, management presentations, and client deliverables, ensuring information is accurate, organized, and aligned with project objectives.
• Coordinate meetings, document action items, track follow-up activities, and facilitate communication among project managers, consultants, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Organize and maintain project documentation, contracts, correspondence, and program records in accordance with established processes and requirements.
• Identify and escalate project risks, data inconsistencies, and potential schedule or deliverable issues to project leadership.
• Perform additional project coordination, program support, and administrative duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level