13 Planning Management jobs in East Hartford
Engineering Planner
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Seeking a detail-oriented and proactive coordinator to support engineering and purchasing teams. This position will play a key role in maintaining the efficiency and accuracy of the procurement process by managing documentation, liaising with internal stakeholders, and ensuring timely execution of purchasing activities in SAP.
Responsibilities
+ Draft and manage Purchase Order (PO) memos in SAP: Accurately create and update PO memos within SAP, ensuring compliance with internal procurement policies and maintaining clear documentation for audit and tracking purposes.
+ Serve as the primary liaison between the materials processing and buying teams: Act as the central communication hub to coordinate material requirements, resolve discrepancies, and ensure alignment between supply chain operations and procurement strategies.
+ Monitor and track purchase orders throughout the procurement lifecycle: Maintain up-to-date records of PO statuses, proactively follow up on outstanding orders, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
+ Process and reconcile invoices: Review and validate supplier invoices against purchase orders and delivery receipts, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely submission for payment processing.
+ Foster and maintain strong working relationships with engineering and procurement staff: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand project needs, provide procurement support, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
+ Act as a cross-departmental liaison: Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between departments such as engineering, procurement, finance, and operations to support seamless workflow and project execution.
Essential Skills
+ Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and other Microsoft Office applications (O365).
+ Strong organizational and time-management skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Work Environment
This position offers a foot in the door with the largest Aerospace employer in Hartford County. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, PTO, and holiday and sick time.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in East Hartford,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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o9 Integrated Business Planning Consultant (Senior Manager)

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We are a global collective of innovators applying the New every day to improve the way the world works and lives. New doesn't mean being ahead of the curve; new is pushing forward the curve, riding the edge where the impossible meets the transformational and making it reality where it matters. Help us show the world what's possible as you partner with clients to unlock hidden value and deliver innovative solutions. Empowered with innovative tools, continuous learning and a global community of diverse talent and perspectives, we drive success in a new business architecture that disrupts conventional practices. Our expertise spans 40+ industries across 120+ countries and impacts millions of lives every day. We turn ideas into reality.
Accenture's Supply Chain and Operations (SC&O) partners with the world's most powerful platforms to push the boundaries of what technology can enable, empowering new ways of working and transformation at speed. With the largest and most influential tech ecosystem behind us, we play a pivotal role in helping clients accelerate their path to value.
Supply Chain and Operations houses individuals who help clients develop strategies and operating models that integrate planning, procurement, product design, manufacturing, and fulfillment functions within an organization, as well as connect suppliers and customers across the extended supply chain.
You are:
An o9 IBP Consultant (Senior Manager) that will help contribute, develop and grow our SC&O Planning business for the o9 Solutions platform.
The Work:
At Accenture, Supply Chain and Operations Connected Solutions professionals develop and implement integrated supply and demand planning solutions that improve cost efficiency, increase business effectiveness, and create synergies and collaboration within an organization, as well as connect suppliers and customers across the extended supply chain. Supply Chain Planning leaders shape integrated planning and execution solutions that drive business growth while increasing supply chain resiliency.
A professional at this position level within Accenture has the following responsibilities:
+ Help drive functional and technical design workshops on Demand Planning
+ Hands on o9 integrated business planning configuration and perform fit/gap analysis on user stories
+ Develop custom design specifications for Gaps on Configurations
+ Create functional design and solution design for Demand Planning
+ Define data mapping needs for demand planning in o9 ref models
+ Develop POV on solution options to drive key design decisions
+ Develop testing strategy and test scenarios
+ Quality check on solution and test results
Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
Here's What You Need:
+ Minimum of 12 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning
+ Minimum of 4 years of experience in o9 Solutions or implementing related supply chain planning business solutions
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience). If Associate's Degree, must have equivalent (minimum 6 years work experience)
Bonus Points If:
+ Strong understanding of o9 integration and platform architecture
+ Advance knowledge/Expertise for o9 Solution: such as Supply Planning, Forecasting and Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Capacity Planning, Attribute Based Planning, Sales & Operations Planning and S&OE / Control Tower and ability to provide strategic recommendations based on client planning requirements.
+ Comprehensive understanding of OBO solver functionality and the business implications and benefits of this approach
+ Expert knowledge of o9 solver capabilities, limitations, and opportunities for addressing specific client business challenges
+ Proficiency with supply chain transactional data and o9 data ingestion and utilization requirements
+ Ability to effectively communicate planning concepts, their implementation within the o9 platform, and share best practices from previous client engagements
+ Strong grasp of data granularity concepts and modeling approaches within o9
+ Working knowledge of dimensions, attributes, measures, procedures, and active rules
+ Solid understanding of database structures with the ability to recommend data transformations that meet business requirements
+ Evidence of leading o9 solutions as a product owner, technical client service lead or lead solution consultant
+ Proven ability to build, manage and foster a team-oriented environment
+ Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
+ Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
+ Excellent leadership and management skills
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York or Washington as set forth below. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here. ( Location Annual Salary Range
California $132,500 to $02,400
Colorado 132,500 to 261,300
District of Columbia 141,100 to 278,200
Illinois 122,700 to 261,300
Minnesota 132,500 to 261,300
Maryland 122,700 to 241,900
New York/New Jersey 122,700 to 302,400
Washington 141,100 to 278,200
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Director, Planning & Business Operations

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This is your chance to be part of an in-house Commercial Services team that propels Hilton's sales, revenue management, marketing, call center, and analytics functions! As the Director, Planning & Business Operations you will support the Revenue Management Consolidated Center (RMCC), a team at the core of Hilton's "commercial engine" and critical to Hilton's ability to achieve profitable growth. You will report to the Senior Director, Planning & Business Operations of Americas Commercial Services but partner with the Leader of RMCC.
**HOW WE WILL SUPPORT YOU**
Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to programs and benefits such as:
+ Go Hilton travel program: 110 nights of discounted travel with room rates as low as $40/night
+ Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
+ Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
+ Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program
+ Paid Time Off (PTO)
+ Learn more about the rest of our benefits
At Hilton, we believe every Team Member is a leader. We are committed to offering leadership development opportunities and programs through every step of a Team Member's career journey and at every level, both in our hotels and across corporate.
**Available benefits may vary depending upon terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of the plans.
**HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT**
Your role is important and below are some of the fundamental job duties that make your work unique.
**What your day-to-day will be like:**
+ Facilitate business rhythms to ensure leadership is aligned on important priorities, decisions, and milestones
+ Manage the annual objective-setting process for a 450 member organization, ensuring alignment and execution of strategic goals
+ Develop and implement engagement strategies that promote team connectivity, culture, and communication
+ Improve operational efficiency by implementing scalable tech solutions (e.g., Airtable, Salesforce) to streamline workflows and improve collaboration.
+ Lead a high-performing team of 5 professionals, balancing priorities and team capacity
**How you will collaborate with others:**
+ Build relationships across the Hilton organization to promote collaboration and influence outcomes
+ Coach, mentor, and advocate for your team, fostering a culture of trust and growth
**What** **deliverables you will take ownership of:**
+ Champion team member engagement and culture-building efforts across the broader organization
+ Translate big picture goals into actionable plans
+ Lead the storytelling and communication strategy across internal and external audiences
**WHY YOU'LL BE A GREAT FIT**
**You have these minimum qualifications:**
+ Ten (10) years forward-thinking experience in a business strategy, planning or consulting role
+ Three (3) years of experience leading and inspiring teams and fostering a culture of growth and accountability
+ Three (3) years of experience developing and executing strategic business plans aligned with organizational goals
+ Demonstrated experience building cross-functional relationships across departments and levels
+ Experience developing and delivering data-driven content tailored to a diverse stakeholder audience
+ Travel up to 20%
**It would be useful if you have:**
+ BA/BS Bachelor's Degree or MBA
+ Previous top-tier strategy or Managing Consulting experience
+ Hospitality industry experience
+ Experience with Salesforce and/or Airtable
**WHAT IT IS LIKE WORKING FOR HILTON**
Hilton, the #1 World's Best Workplace, is a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands . Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more-than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture and we are consistently named among one of the World's Best Workplaces. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it's like to be on Team Hilton!
It is the policy of Hilton to employ qualified persons without regard to color, race, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medication conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, status as a protected veteran, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, or any other protected group status as defined by and subject to applicable federal, state and local laws.
We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position and provide other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us if you require an accommodation during the application process.
Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental coverage, vision coverage, life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance, access to our employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) where you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount, a 401(k) savings plan, 20 days of paid time off accruing over your first year of employment and increasing up to 25 days after completing one year of full employment, up to 12 weeks of paid leave for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents, 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays throughout the year, up to 5 bereavement days, flexible spending accounts, a health savings account, an employee assistance program, access to a care coordination program ("Wellthy"), ?a legal services program, an educational assistance program, adoption assistance, a backup childcare program, pre-tax commuter benefit and our travel discount. The annual salary range for this role is $10,000- 160,000 and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location. Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, and the Company'slong-term incentive plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.#LI-REMOTE
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Business Resource Center, Advanced Planning Consultant

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Our associates are thought leaders in the advanced markets world applying uncommon thinking to common or unique planning issues or strategies. We help protect, expand, and secure Guardian's agency distribution by working with financial representatives who provide planning strategies to high income/high net worth or business owner clients.
**You will**
Utilize proprietary software platforms to uncover sales opportunities for Guardian's various product lines, including life and disability insurance, mutual funds and annuities, by:
+ Preparing business valuations and model income and estate tax reductions strategies
+ Reviewing 1040 returns as well as 1120/1120S/1065 business tax returns
+ Analyzing balance sheet and income statements to evaluate the liquidity, solvency and financial strength of businesses
+ Working closely with the BRCs Advanced Case Design Team to create proprietary/unique presentation packages/sales concepts to drive activity and sales within the advanced markets space.
Additional Responsibilities Include:
+ Provide technical case support to financial representatives and brokers to identify advanced markets opportunities and design cases that fulfill the needs of prospects and clients and drive sales.
+ Work closely with Guardian's broker dealer (Park Avenue Securities) to drive revenue through PAS's multifaceted product platform.
+ Educate producers, so they can effectively convey advanced planning recommendations to prospects and clients and educate a client's professional tax and legal advisors on concepts and techniques unfamiliar to them.
+ Demonstrate superior presentations skills in all areas of advanced planning.
+ Clearly and concisely explain the tax, legal, and financial/cost aspects of various sales opportunities and financial products in the business, personal, estate, executive benefits, asset protection, retirement planning and charitable planning markets. Proven ability to explain advanced sales concepts, incorporating financial analysis where appropriate.
+ Collaborate with key enterprise-wide collaborators to facilitate "one-stop shopping" for producers to ease the process of conducting business and to ensure complete and thorough case analysis to discover all planning and cross-offer opportunities.
+ Effectively partner with producers by thoroughly understanding the roles, responsibilities, opportunities, challenges, and mentality of a producer.
+ Be the subject matter expert on various advanced planning concepts to assist in creating and updating marketing collateral.
**You have**
+ Juris Doctor (JD) law degree required
+ CPA preferred
+ CFP/CLU/ChFC preferred
+ Expert knowledge of tax planning, exit planning, business succession, executive benefits, asset protection, estate, retirement planning and charitable planning to identify and develop opportunities in conjunction with our producers
+ Comprehensive knowledge of business owner marketplace and advanced markets concepts and use of financial products in advanced markets strategies
+ Working knowledge of life insurance and disability insurance for businesses (e.g., DIBO, BOE)
+ Superior verbal, written and presentations skills
+ Superior analytical and research skills
+ The flexibility to work efficiently on multiple projects, respond to rapidly changing priorities and work within tight deadlines
Leadership Qualities:
+ Analytical and Critical Thinking
+ Ability to positively influence
+ Adapt to change
+ Collaborate Well with Others
+ Customer Focus
+ Demonstrate Initiative and Proactivity
+ Accountable for Results
+ Information Seeking
+ Respect for Diversity
+ Self-Assurance
**Salary Range:**
$96,960.00 - $159,300.00
The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
**Our Promise**
At Guardian, you'll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
**Inspire Well-Being**
As part of Guardian's Purpose - to inspire well-being - we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at . _Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits._
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
**Accommodations**
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact .
**Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.**
Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being - mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM. Learn more about Guardian at guardianlife.com .
Lead Director, Strategic Planning & Execution

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As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
The Lead Director, Strategic Planning & Execution facilitates the development of regional and business unit strategic plans within the PBM Health Plan group. This individual will install best of class policies, procedures, and plans for the segment including owning and project managing designated initiatives that are key to the business segment. The Lead Director, Strategic Planning & Execution will act independently to address issues, guide direction, and provide analysis for planning initiatives.
**What you will do:**
+ Works to achieve operational, functional, and business targets with measurable impact on progress against goals for the segment and strategic initiatives.
+ Contributes to the development of complex strategies that encompass the organization's goals and position by utilizing project management tools, data analyses, and stakeholder feedback.
+ Drives research associated with business issues and plan formation.
+ Applies advanced knowledge of strategic methods to support business direction and advance strategic initiatives.
+ Formulates communication presentations and materials for strategic initiatives.
+ Audits processes and procedures for consistency, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
+ Guides junior colleagues through consultation and mentoring in techniques and processes and provides functional (matrix) supervision.
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ 10+ years of related work experience
+ Formal Project Management experience
+ Adept at program/initiative ownership
+ Adept at execution and delivery (planning, delivering, and supporting) skills
+ Adept at business intelligence
+ Adept at collaboration and teamwork
+ Mastery of problem solving and decision making skills
+ Mastery of growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills
**Preferred Requirements:**
+ Healthcare industry experience with a strategy focus in pharmacy benefit management
+ MBA or master's degree
**Education:**
Bachelor's degree
**Travel:**
Must be comfortable with 10-20% of travel
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$100,000.00 - $231,540.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/25/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Senior Manager, Stop Loss Strategic Planning

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As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
Aetna is recruiting for a Senior Manager, Strategic Planning in a newly, created role that is responsible for driving distribution strategies, analytics, and sales effectiveness of our traditional Stop Loss products across Aetna and Meritain businesses. This person will collaborate and communicate across the underwriting, actuarial, sales, account management and marketing teams to execute strategies for organizational and business unit initiatives to achieve our growth objectives.
**You'll make an impact by:**
+ Maximizing key internal sales and external broker/consultant relationships
+ Driving processes for the organization's Sales Enablement area, and ensuring methods align with the overall business strategy.
+ Implementing programs to execute operational and financial business plans.
+ Monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators relative to plan.
+ Delivering corrective action plans for business unit issues.
+ Communicating impacts of internal and external environmental influences.
**Key Deliverables:**
+ Increasing Stop Loss market competitiveness by executing innovative solutions that leverage both internal and external channels with the goal of increasing membership, revenue, and earnings.
+ Driving Stop Loss growth by improved cross-selling across the full Commercial book of business and the enterprise.
+ Maintaining a deep understanding of marketplace, legislative and competitor trends and events to ensure Aetna successfully manages emerging risks and opportunities across the Stop Loss industry.
+ Partner with sales to create a consistent, repeatable sales process that drives success across all segments and regions.
+ Collaborate with sales leadership to identify skill gaps and deliver targeted training of product and messaging. Deliver targeted broker training as well as ongoing education to Sales to keep team updated on evolving capabilities and market trends.
+ Monitor customer and broker/consultant feedback and translate to actionable steps to advance product capabilities.
+ Provide Sales teams with relevant information on progress against goals including: brokers/producers, revenue, loss ratio, etc.
+ Supporting CVS Health in attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and inclusive consumer-centric workforce that delivers on our purpose and reflects the communities in which we work, live, and serve.
**Required Qualifications:**
+ 7+ years work experience
+ Significant expertise in Stop Loss Insurance Sales with proven record of success
+ Excellent communication and relationship building skills
+ Ability to analyze data to identify trends and inform sales enablement strategies
+ Must collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related field.
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$82,940.00 - $182,549.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/28/2025
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Senior Project Manager - Transportation Planning
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CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Transportation/Environmental Planner to join our multi-disciplinary and action-oriented transportation team in Hartford, CT. This position will support the transportation team at the intersection of transportation planning and environmental assessment.
The Senior Project Manager will provide a variety of professional transportation and environmental planning services that may include identifying and analyzing information to inform and create plans for the safe movement of people and products by all modes of transport. They will lead tasks and provide support and guidance for multimodal planning projects, alternatives analysis, statewide, regional, and local plans, and NEPA compliance for a variety of client projects. These projects may include equitable transportation development, surface transportation, long range mobility planning, multimodal access, community planning and safety planning.
Position Summary
As a Senior Project Manager, you'll have the chance to focus on transportation and environmental planning projects in the greater CT region and beyond. The ideal candidate should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary teams on multiple assignments. The balance of transportation versus environmental planning focus for the position will be determined based on the candidate's strengths and interest.
Anticipated position responsibilities include:
•Serving as senior project manager, deputy project manager, and major task lead and collaborate with professionals on a wide variety of planning and preliminary/concept design of complex multimodal urban transportation projects, including state, local, and regional long range transportation plans; corridor studies; safety analysis; pedestrian/bicycle plans; transit feasibility studies; etc.
•Serving as task lead or project manager for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) projects, including CE, EA, and EIS projects.
•Prepare planning studies, technical reports, pre-NEPA feasibility, and/or NEPA documents.
•Overseeing and monitoring cross-functional teams in executing project work, including project budgets, tracking hours and expenses, and task completion.
•Managing multiple projects simultaneously and multi-disciplinary teams with various topics and complexity levels.
•Preparing and leading staff to develop technical memos, data visualizations, presentations, and other written materials summarizing findings and conclusions.
•Participating and coordinating project meetings, including presentation development and delivery.
•Coordinate with clients, resource/regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and technical staff in a confident and professional manner.
•Coordinate with project managers, task managers, project team technical leads, subconsultants, and other disciplines such as planning, engineering, sustainability, and traffic team members.
•Manage client relationships and lead business development activities, including proposal writing.
•Developing and fostering relationships with our regional and local clients, including proposal writing.
•Developing, maintaining, and updating project budgets and schedules.
•Mentoring and developing junior-level staff.
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
•10 years of transportation and/or environmental planning experience and preparation of planning documents, such as transportation system plans, NEPA documentation, active transportation plans, transit plans, freight plans, travel demand management, concept design plans, climate action plans, safety plans, and/or technology planning.
•A strong background with a state department of transportation, preferably with CTDOT, MassDOT, NHDOT, NYSDOT, NYCDDC, or NYCDOT.
•Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
•AICP, PTP, PE, CEP, or approved certification in a related field.
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.
Why CDM Smith?
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.
Skills and Abilities
•Proven experience overseeing and managing multidisciplinary transportation projects of small- and large-scale.
•Demonstrated experience overseeing the preparation and review of transportation planning and/or NEPA technical reports.
•Demonstrated experience in managing projects and tasks with attention to deadlines and budgets. Good organizational skills, multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail.
•Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
•Experience participating in business development activities such as developing project teams and pursuit strategies, and proposal writing.
•Experience coordinating with public agency staff, private consultants, stakeholder outreach teams, and professionals in other disciplines for successful project completion.
•Confidence in public speaking before laypersons, stakeholders, and teaming partners.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM 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.
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.
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Join to apply for the Senior Project Manager - Transportation Planning role at CDM Smith 2 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Senior Project Manager - Transportation Planning role at CDM Smith Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Why CDM Smith? Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! Why CDM Smith? 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 Description CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Transportation/Environmental Planner to join our multi-disciplinary and action-oriented transportation team in Hartford, CT. This position will support the transportation team at the intersection of transportation planning and environmental assessment. The Senior Project Manager will provide a variety of professional transportation and environmental planning services that may include identifying and analyzing information to inform and create plans for the safe movement of people and products by all modes of transport. They will lead tasks and provide support and guidance for multimodal planning projects, alternatives analysis, statewide, regional, and local plans, and NEPA compliance for a variety of client projects. These projects may include equitable transportation development, surface transportation, long range mobility planning, multimodal access, community planning and safety planning. Position Summary As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll have the chance to focus on transportation and environmental planning projects in the greater CT region and beyond. The ideal candidate should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary teams on multiple assignments. The balance of transportation versus environmental planning focus for the position will be determined based on the candidate’s strengths and interest. Anticipated Position Responsibilities Include Serving as senior project manager, deputy project manager, and major task lead and collaborate with professionals on a wide variety of planning and preliminary/concept design of complex multimodal urban transportation projects, including state, local, and regional long range transportation plans; corridor studies; safety analysis; pedestrian/bicycle plans; transit feasibility studies; etc. Serving as task lead or project manager for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) projects, including CE, EA, and EIS projects. Prepare planning studies, technical reports, pre-NEPA feasibility, and/or NEPA documents. Overseeing and monitoring cross-functional teams in executing project work, including project budgets, tracking hours and expenses, and task completion. Managing multiple projects simultaneously and multi-disciplinary teams with various topics and complexity levels. Preparing and leading staff to develop technical memos, data visualizations, presentations, and other written materials summarizing findings and conclusions. Participating and coordinating project meetings, including presentation development and delivery. Coordinate with clients, resource/regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and technical staff in a confident and professional manner. Coordinate with project managers, task managers, project team technical leads, subconsultants, and other disciplines such as planning, engineering, sustainability, and traffic team members. Manage client relationships and lead business development activities, including proposal writing. Developing and fostering relationships with our regional and local clients, including proposal writing. Developing, maintaining, and updating project budgets and schedules. Mentoring and developing junior-level staff. 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 10 years of transportation and/or environmental planning experience and preparation of planning documents, such as transportation system plans, NEPA documentation, active transportation plans, transit plans, freight plans, travel demand management, concept design plans, climate action plans, safety plans, and/or technology planning. A strong background with a state department of transportation, preferably with CTDOT, MassDOT, NHDOT, NYSDOT, NYCDDC, or NYCDOT. Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field. AICP, PTP, PE, CEP, or approved certification in a related field. Amount Of Travel Required 5% Skills And Abilities Proven experience overseeing and managing multidisciplinary transportation projects of small- and large-scale. Demonstrated experience overseeing the preparation and review of transportation planning and/or NEPA technical reports. Demonstrated experience in managing projects and tasks with attention to deadlines and budgets. Good organizational skills, multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC. Experience participating in business development activities such as developing project teams and pursuit strategies, and proposal writing. Experience coordinating with public agency staff, private consultants, stakeholder outreach teams, and professionals in other disciplines for successful project completion. Confidence in public speaking before laypersons, stakeholders, and teaming partners. 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. Background Check and Drug Testing Information CDM 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 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. Agency Disclaimer All 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 $131,248 Pay Range Maximum $29,694 Additional Pay Range Information The pay range for this position is listed above. 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Senior Project Manager - Transportation Planning

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**Requisition ID:**
41389BR
**Business Unit:**
NAU
**Job Description:**
CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Project Manager - Transportation/Environmental Planner to join our multi-disciplinary and action-oriented transportation team in Hartford, CT. This position will support the transportation team at the intersection of transportation planning and environmental assessment.
The Senior Project Manager will provide a variety of professional transportation and environmental planning services that may include identifying and analyzing information to inform and create plans for the safe movement of people and products by all modes of transport. They will lead tasks and provide support and guidance for multimodal planning projects, alternatives analysis, statewide, regional, and local plans, and NEPA compliance for a variety of client projects. These projects may include equitable transportation development, surface transportation, long range mobility planning, multimodal access, community planning and safety planning.
Position Summary
As a Senior Project Manager, you'll have the chance to focus on transportation and environmental planning projects in the greater CT region and beyond. The ideal candidate should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary teams on multiple assignments. The balance of transportation versus environmental planning focus for the position will be determined based on the candidate's strengths and interest.
Anticipated position responsibilities include:
- Serving as senior project manager, deputy project manager, and major task lead and collaborate with professionals on a wide variety of planning and preliminary/concept design of complex multimodal urban transportation projects, including state, local, and regional long range transportation plans; corridor studies; safety analysis; pedestrian/bicycle plans; transit feasibility studies; etc.
- Serving as task lead or project manager for National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) projects, including CE, EA, and EIS projects.
- Prepare planning studies, technical reports, pre-NEPA feasibility, and/or NEPA documents.
- Overseeing and monitoring cross-functional teams in executing project work, including project budgets, tracking hours and expenses, and task completion.
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously and multi-disciplinary teams with various topics and complexity levels.
- Preparing and leading staff to develop technical memos, data visualizations, presentations, and other written materials summarizing findings and conclusions.
- Participating and coordinating project meetings, including presentation development and delivery.
- Coordinate with clients, resource/regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and technical staff in a confident and professional manner.
- Coordinate with project managers, task managers, project team technical leads, subconsultants, and other disciplines such as planning, engineering, sustainability, and traffic team members.
- Manage client relationships and lead business development activities, including proposal writing.
- Developing and fostering relationships with our regional and local clients, including proposal writing.
- Developing, maintaining, and updating project budgets and schedules.
- Mentoring and developing junior-level staff.
**Job Title:**
Senior Project Manager - Transportation Planning
**Group:**
TNG
**Employment Type:**
Regular
**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:**
- 10 years of transportation and/or environmental planning experience and preparation of planning documents, such as transportation system plans, NEPA documentation, active transportation plans, transit plans, freight plans, travel demand management, concept design plans, climate action plans, safety plans, and/or technology planning.
- A strong background with a state department of transportation, preferably with CTDOT, MassDOT, NHDOT, NYSDOT, NYCDDC, or NYCDOT.
- Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning, Environmental Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- AICP, PTP, PE, CEP, or approved certification in a related field.
**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.
**Why CDM Smith?:**
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! ( 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 Site Location:**
Connecticut - Hartford
**Agency Disclaimer:**
All 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.
**Amount of Travel Required:**
5%
**Assignment Category:**
Fulltime-Regular
**Visa Sponsorship Available:**
No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
**Skills and Abilities:**
- Proven experience overseeing and managing multidisciplinary transportation projects of small- and large-scale.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing the preparation and review of transportation planning and/or NEPA technical reports.
- Demonstrated experience in managing projects and tasks with attention to deadlines and budgets. Good organizational skills, multi-tasking capabilities and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Experience participating in business development activities such as developing project teams and pursuit strategies, and proposal writing.
- Experience coordinating with public agency staff, private consultants, stakeholder outreach teams, and professionals in other disciplines for successful project completion.
- Confidence in public speaking before laypersons, stakeholders, and teaming partners.
**Background Check and Drug Testing Information:**
CDM 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.
**Pay Range Minimum:**
$131,248
**Pay Range Maximum:**
$229,694
**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.
**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.
Director - Strategic Financing Services - Applications and Strategic Planning

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Cherry Bekaert's Strategic Financing Services Advisory Team (SFS) is looking for a New Markets Tax Credits Applications and Strategic Planning Director (Director). We offer an opportunity to work with a team of experts with a deep track record in New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) allocation applications, CDFI Fund Applications, other Government and Philanthropic funding applications, strategic planning services for community development entities and projects, NMTC placement and deployment assistance, and NMTC compliance and asset management services.
The Director will oversee the Application and Strategic Planning activities for Community Development Entities (CDEs), Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), Community Lenders and Nonprofits (collectively Community Development Organizations). The Director will work with the Community Development Organizations to help them build internal and external capacity, clarify their Mission, Vision and Values (MVV), formalize their strategic plans and execute their strategic plans so that they holistically work towards upholding and achieving their MVV as they expand and add new services. The Director will lead a team of Application Writers and Community Development Specialists, manage the process of writing NMTC Applications, manage the grant writing and applications process for clients seeking funding from other funding programs, and expand the portfolio of clients. The Director will work collaboratively internally and externally to achieve measurable results for the team, the clients and the communities our clients serve.
The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail and deadlines and a mission to help make a difference in Low-Income Communities.
About SFS: SFS has been involved in the NMTC industry since its inception and to date has secured over $1.7 billion in NMTC funding. SFS is proud to have structured and facilitated NMTC investments that have created 28,077 direct jobs, served 957,153 clients through community facilities, and helped create over 10.6 million square feet of new and improved commercial and industrial real estate. SFS's current portfolio consists of investments in areas with poverty rates as high as 66%, median family income as low as 14.24%, and unemployment rates as high as 31.2%.
About The Innovate Fund (TIF): TIF serves the state of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Since inception, it has directly deployed $96 million of NMTC investments in 36 transactions that have leveraged an additional 1.3 Billion of indirect capital, and created 8,194 direct jobs, while expanding the service area's health and wellness services to 707,714 Low Income Persons. TIF is governed by a seven-member governing board, including representation from Cherry Bekaert and the Greenville Local Development Corporation, with input from an advisory board of 9 LIC experts.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Application Writing
+ Managing of Application and Grant writing team
+ Cultivate a healthy team culture
+ Coordinate and assist with balancing NMTC application writing team's individual and team workflow
+ Optimize NMTC Allocation Application process for clients and team members
+ Drafting, reviewing and preparing NMTC Allocation Applications and supporting documents for strategic and technical opportunities
+ Writing and reviewing compelling business strategies, community outcomes and other narratives to maximize scoring and increase likelihood of successful outcomes
+ Collaborating with clients to identify and source appropriate NMTC pipeline opportunities to suit unique CDE needs (considering geography, project type, community impacts, etc.)
+ Synthesizing and incorporating industry terms, trends and data to support business strategies, community outcomes and compelling applications that translate to smooth financial closings
+ Identifying and managing other grant and application writing opportunities to ensure quality and timely submissions as well as strategic alignment
+ Collaborating with deal team participants (investors, borrowers, supporters and stakeholders) to secure commitments, evidence of support and/or letters of interest as required for submission of various funding applications and/or financial closings
+ Designing and reviewing project proposals and summaries for investment opportunities in a clear, compelling, and concise manner
Community Development Consulting
+ Establishing relationships with CDFIs, CDEs, and various community development stakeholders
+ Collaborating with the team to identify opportunities with existing or aspiring CDFIs to allow them to execute their vision
+ Assisting clients with formalizing their organizational framework through an Organization Assessment including: review of the organization's service area, products/services, track record, pipeline, community impact data, management capacity and finances
+ Assisting with underwriting and structuring NMTC transactions
+ Supporting and preparing for submission of relevant Certifications
+ Preparing sub-CDE Certifications in connection with NMTC allocation agreements.
+ Working with organizations to meet certification requirements and establish policies and procedures that will ensure continued compliance
+ Helping identify an organization's short and long-term goals and objectives in order to develop a sustainable financial plan
+ Helping secure private investment commitments and a strategy for long-term financial viability
+ Actively managing a pipeline of community development finance investing, lending, and growth initiatives
+ Collaborating with GPS and GovCon teams to identify and develop grant writing opportunities that align with compliance needs and enhance cross-industry initiatives
+ Working collaboratively with Bank Finance and other industries within Cherry Bekaert to create comprehensive offerings that holistically serve our clients' needs
+ Coordinating with The Innovate Fund (TIF) Chief Operating Officer and Cherry Bekaert staff on strategic planning initiatives
+ Other job-related functions as assigned
+ Travel: 20%
What you bring to the role:
+ Bachelor's in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field
+ CPA license, MBA, JD, LLM, Master's Degree (other field related certifications may be considered)
+ Minimum of 10 years of demonstrated progressive experience in community development finance, tax credit finance, CDE/CDFI Lending, structured finance or related field
+ Knowledge of tax credit financing required, with specific experience with NMTC strongly preferred
+ Experience in working with borrowers, lenders, investors and Community Development Organizations
+ Strong research and analytical skills; ability to solve complex issues.
+ Expert knowledge of tax credit finance reporting required, with specific experience with CDFI Fund's AMIS reporting strongly preferred
+ Ability to effectively manage up, down and out, providing exceptional client service by leveraging communication skills to develop and maintain outstanding relationships.
+ Strong leadership, recruiting, training, and mentoring skills, coupled with excellent verbal, written (including technical writing), and presentation skills
+ Entrepreneurial and highly motivated to make internal and external connections
+ Proficiency in Excel
+ Strong sense of urgency and shared sense of mission
What we offer you:
+ Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust,?and mutual respect.
+ A well-run firm that offers stability and opportunity to develop as a leader.
+ The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you.
+ A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development.
+ Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing.
+ Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work.
+ Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures.
+ Supportive partnership group with a "one firm" mentality and a commitment to colleagues' success
+ Big firm resources and bench strength; small firm flexibility and openness to new ideas
+ Collaboration across service lines and offices; a firm culture that embraces one another and the community; and an excellent opportunity to help bring along talented staff
+ Defined metrics and targets that eliminate ambiguity
+ Shared values, including uncompromising integrity, a passion for excellence, and mutual respect
Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.
Pay Range:
146,395- 328,800
About Cherry Bekaert
Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.
This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States?Cherry Bekaert will not provide?work?sponsorship for this position.
Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at? and follow us on LinkedIn,?Glassdoor,?Instagram, Twitter?and Facebook.
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