Delivery Leader - Transportation

Delivery Leader - Transportation

The Transportation South Group (TSG) is seeking a strong leader to serve as Delivery Leader (DL) for the transportation portfolio in TSG. The DL is a key role in managing the overall operations and delivery of the TSG portfolio, including pricing strategies, management of the P&L, delivering projects per our Corporate Quality Standards, providing excellent client service, and maximizing the long-term profitability of the firm. A successful DL builds a high-performing project management and commercial leader (PMCL) team through effective leadership and rigorous application of Project Delivery framework. This position can be based out of any of our Transportation South Group offices.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provides leadership in the day-to-day delivery operation of TSG, including company reputation, project performance, P&L, overhead efficiency, pricing strategies, risk management, forecasting and budgeting, performance reporting, health and safety and monitoring of monthly performance figures.
• Analyzes monthly performance metrics to deliver actionable insights to PMCLs and project managers, supporting issue resolution and continuous improvement in project outcomes.
• Partners with the TSG Sales Leader (SL) to develop pursuit pricing strategies, risk management committee presentations, and business development strategies.
• Collaborates with the TSG SL and Technical Services Unit Technical Delivery Managers (TDMs) and Regional Team Leaders (RTLs) to enhance resource management practices, including the implementation of resource-loaded scheduling tools and methodologies.
• Works closely with the TSG SL, TDMs, and RTLs regarding staffing needs, new hires, and staff growth strategies.
• Coordinates with the TSG PMCL team to assign project management staff for timely, effective, and efficient project execution.
• Identifies capability gaps within the project management team and provides coaching, talent development, and career growth support to build core competencies.
• Leads proposal reviews for pricing, scope, and schedule to ensure alignment with strategic goals and pricing frameworks.
• Reviews and approves project scopes, schedules, and fees to align with Business Unit strategic goals and delivery standards.
• Serves as the people leader for PMCLs, offering mentorship, performance feedback, and career development guidance.
• Manages a portfolio of projects within TSG, overseeing scope, estimates at completion (EAC) variances, revenue execution, schedule, budget, quality, and risk in compliance with CDM Smith's Project Delivery framework and Quality Management standards.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

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.

Job Site Location : South United States

Assignment Category : Fulltime-Regular

Amount of Travel Required : 30%

Visa Sponsorship Available : No

Background Check and Drug Testing Information :

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.

Additional Compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options : Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

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.