CDM Smith
Client Service Leader - Transit & Rail
CDM Smith, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Client Service Leader - Transit & Rail
Group: TWG
Employment Type: Regular
Job Description CDM Smith currently has a new opportunity for a Client Service Leader within our Transportation West Group to lead our transit practice in Southern California. In this position, you will work with a dynamic team to continue building our transportation transit/rail business. You will lead the development of a business strategy for the increase of sales with our existing clients and developing new clients across Southern California. This will include all aspects of transportation transit planning, design, construction management and program management services with technical specialties including: rail planning/design, bus planning/design, environmental engineering, CEQA/NEPA, station planning/design, and other related services. This position leads the business development activities, oversees overall client service, represents CDM Smith on transportation transit related boards or organizations, and serves as a leader in your office and throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Developing new business and maintaining high-value relationships with transit clients for services in the Texas markets and others where you see opportunity.
Developing and managing client teams that include project managers, technical specialists, national leaders, as well as junior staff to develop strategic capture plans, proposal efforts, presentations, and other efforts of business development.
Serving as a key member of our strategy team promoting growth in the Southern California area as well as supporting other West Group growth initiatives.
Serving as a technical or project lead as needed on projects of significant size and strategic importance.
Being active in professional societies in which clients or potential clients are members.
Being a strong leader internally and externally.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor'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
Bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering, or related field of study.
PE, AICP, and/or other transportation related certifications.
Transit engineering or planning experience at an engineering consulting firm in the CA market, including project work and business development experience with state, county, and municipal transit agencies in CA such as LACMTA or Caltrans.
Excellent communication, networking and team building skills.
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 (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.
Why CDM Smith? Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)
Join Us! 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 Site Location California - Los Angeles
Amount of Travel Required 15%
Assignment Category Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available No – We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries reserve the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle checks 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.
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 the successful candidate.
Pay Range Minimum $152,006
Pay Range Maximum $281,195
Additional Pay Range Information The 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.
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.
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Employment Type: Regular
Job Description CDM Smith currently has a new opportunity for a Client Service Leader within our Transportation West Group to lead our transit practice in Southern California. In this position, you will work with a dynamic team to continue building our transportation transit/rail business. You will lead the development of a business strategy for the increase of sales with our existing clients and developing new clients across Southern California. This will include all aspects of transportation transit planning, design, construction management and program management services with technical specialties including: rail planning/design, bus planning/design, environmental engineering, CEQA/NEPA, station planning/design, and other related services. This position leads the business development activities, oversees overall client service, represents CDM Smith on transportation transit related boards or organizations, and serves as a leader in your office and throughout the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Developing new business and maintaining high-value relationships with transit clients for services in the Texas markets and others where you see opportunity.
Developing and managing client teams that include project managers, technical specialists, national leaders, as well as junior staff to develop strategic capture plans, proposal efforts, presentations, and other efforts of business development.
Serving as a key member of our strategy team promoting growth in the Southern California area as well as supporting other West Group growth initiatives.
Serving as a technical or project lead as needed on projects of significant size and strategic importance.
Being active in professional societies in which clients or potential clients are members.
Being a strong leader internally and externally.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor'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
Bachelor's degree in civil or transportation engineering, or related field of study.
PE, AICP, and/or other transportation related certifications.
Transit engineering or planning experience at an engineering consulting firm in the CA market, including project work and business development experience with state, county, and municipal transit agencies in CA such as LACMTA or Caltrans.
Excellent communication, networking and team building skills.
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 (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.
Why CDM Smith? Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)
Join Us! 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 Site Location California - Los Angeles
Amount of Travel Required 15%
Assignment Category Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available No – We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries reserve the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle checks 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.
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 the successful candidate.
Pay Range Minimum $152,006
Pay Range Maximum $281,195
Additional Pay Range Information The 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.
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.
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