Environmental Engineer - Civil/Conveyance - Project Technical Lead jobs in United States
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CDM Smith · 1 day ago

Environmental Engineer - Civil/Conveyance - Project Technical Lead

CDM Smith is committed to solving today's toughest water challenges through sustainable infrastructure solutions. The Environmental Engineer - Civil/Conveyance - Project Technical Lead will plan and design civil pipeline and conveyance projects, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory demands while contributing to public health and water quality.

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Responsibilities

With general supervision, plans, evaluates, and designs basic to moderate‑complexity civil pipeline and conveyance projects supporting water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure
Project experience may include treatment facilities, water distribution systems, sanitary and storm sewer networks, lead service line programs, pump stations, remediation sites, and related infrastructure
Performs engineering calculations, data analysis, and technical reporting for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater utility projects, including resiliency initiatives, collection systems, drainage, flood management, outfalls, wetlands, stormwater management, and sewer rehabilitation
May support water quality analyses and hydraulic or system modeling activities as required
Conducts site reviews and field studies to confirm design assumptions, assess existing conditions, and ensure designs align with site‑specific requirements. Updates design criteria and technical approaches as project conditions evolve
Prepares technical specifications, engineering reports, and front‑end contract documents for publicly bid design projects
Reviews plans, designs, and reports to ensure compliance with client requirements, firm standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Supports regulatory compliance programs, with a focus on stormwater and MS4 initiatives, and ensures firm quality, safety, and design practices are consistently applied across all deliverables
Manages or supports assessment and design efforts in a client‑facing role, with the ability to function as a Task Manager or Project Technical Leader on assigned projects
Contributes to the firm’s technical knowledge base through development of white papers, design guidance, and documentation of specialized or innovative solutions
May author or co‑author papers for technical journals and industry publications
Collaborates with business development teams to support proposals and responses to RFPs, engages with current and prospective clients to understand technical needs, and participates in conferences and industry events to enhance CDM Smith’s visibility and thought leadership
Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, reviews their work for quality and completeness, and supports their professional growth within the discipline
May oversee junior staff on assigned project tasks

Qualification

Professional engineering (PE) licenseCivil engineeringEnvironmental engineeringComputer-aided designData analysisRegulatory complianceTechnical reportingCommunication skillsMentorship

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline
Professional engineering (PE) license
7 years of related experience
Domestic and/or international travel may be required
Working knowledge of computer‑aided design and drafting tools, including 3D and 4D modeling practices, with the ability to interpret and apply design outputs effectively
Solid understanding of core engineering principles and their practical application to infrastructure and facility design
Proficient in standard business and technical software, including Microsoft Excel and Word, for data analysis, documentation, and reporting
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to project teams, clients, and stakeholders
Demonstrated understanding of applicable federal, state, and local regulations, with the ability to incorporate regulatory requirements into engineering designs and project deliverables

Benefits

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

Company

CDM Smith

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CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm that offers environmental, transportation, and energy-smart solutions and facilities.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Timothy Wall
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
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Jennifer Prescott
SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer
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