Management Specialist 8-Overhead Contact Systems (OCS) Designer

Company: CDM Smith
Location: Seattle
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Washington - Seattle41586BRHybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!

Join Us! CDM Smith - where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

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.Job DescriptionAs a member of this team, you will contribute to CDM Smith's success by;
-Developing project scope of work and fee proposals.
-Managing task or project-level budgets and schedules.
-Providing day-to-day direct oversight of traction power planning and design projects.
-Developing project design criteria, construction plans, construction specifications, and cost estimates.
-Writing technical reports.
-Assign daily work, and mentor junior staff.
-Manages implementation plans as appropriate.
-Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs).
-Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations and best practices.
-Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future organizational needs.
-May participate in professional associations and societies, attend conferences, contribute to papers, etc.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree. 15 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-Strong background in Overhead Contact System design, Traction Power design, DC Power design, testing, installation and construction phase services preferably with clients like CTA, Metra and/or similar transit agencies nationwide.
-Experience managing and delivering design projects from initiation through final design.
-Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.
-Ability to present in front of large groups.
-Task leader, discipline leader, or project management experience, including development of project proposals and creation of scope of work documents.Amount of Travel Required20%Skills and AbilitiesExpert knowledge of corporate governance practices, organization design principles, accounting principles, finance, supply chain management, and organization management. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to understand highly complex technical, professional and business materials.EEO StatementWe 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 InformationCDM 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 ApplicantsIt 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 DisclaimerAll 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.Pay Range Minimum$152,006Pay Range Maximum$281,195Additional Pay Range InformationThe pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate's work experience, education/training and key skills.Additional CompensationAll bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.Business UnitTSUGroupTSOAssignment CategoryEmployment TypeRegularNo - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
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