Remedial Action Discipline Leader

Remedial Action Discipline LeaderCDM Smith is seeking an experienced Engineer or Technical Construction Expert to serve as the Remedial Action Discipline Leader. This national leadership role is responsible for advancing remedial action strategies, ensuring the effective application of technology, fostering technical growth, supporting staff development, and enhancing CDM Smith's market distinction to drive sales growth and client retention.Key Responsibilities:Project Leadership: Oversee the design, implementation, and management of proven remedial actions for soil, groundwater, sediments, and surface water at complex industrial, commercial, and Superfund sites. Apply both conventional and innovative technologies to achieve optimal remediation outcomes.Technical Excellence: Develop and refine conceptual site models (CSMs), evaluate remedial alternatives, and ensure the effective application of treatment technologies.Design Engineering Framework: Apply and champion CDM Smith's design engineering framework throughout all phases of remedial action projects, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with internal standards.Design-Build Experience: Lead or support the design-build of remediation systems, from concept through construction and commissioning, with a preference for candidates who have successfully implemented such projects.Intellectual Property Management: Oversee the development, management, and curation of engineering design drawings, specifications, and templates as part of the discipline's intellectual property. Ensure these resources are maintained in the Technical Knowledge Portal (TKP) and accessible to project teams.Business Development: Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to identify growth opportunities, support proposal development, and contribute to marketing materials such as fact sheets and project descriptions. Proactively position CDM Smith for new and existing client projects.Mentoring and Staff Development: Mentor junior and mid-level staff, facilitate knowledge transfer, and support professional growth through the Technical Specialist Development Program. Encourage staff participation in conferences and publications.Compliance and Best Practices: Ensure all project work adheres to firm policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.Thought Leadership: Present technical findings at conferences, client webinars, and internal discipline calls. Contribute to publications and R&D initiatives that advance the remedial action discipline.Job Title: Remedial Action Discipline LeaderGroup: ESOEmployment Type: RegularMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.Professional engineering (PE) license.12 years of related experience.Domestic and/or international travel may be required.Preferred Qualifications:Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant discipline.Experience with advanced data analytics, modeling, and visualization tools.Recognized industry thought leader with a strong history of conference presentations and publications.Proven track record in mentoring and team leadership.Demonstrated expertise in remedial technologies, regulatory frameworks, and project management.Experience with the design-build of remediation systems preferred.Experience managing engineering design drawings, specifications, and templates, and other intellectual property.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?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. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.Job Site Location: United States - NationwideAmount of Travel Required: 20%Assignment Category: Fulltime-RegularVisa Sponsorship Available: NoSkills and Abilities:Support ongoing R&D, pilot studies, and implementation of innovative remedial technologies.Maintain updates on promising technologies through technology transfer and their application to remedial designs.Maintain and grow CDM Smith's reputation for technical excellence and client service.Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver successful project outcomes.Drive business development and strategic growth for the remedial action discipline.Background Check and Drug Testing Information:CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries 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: $120,973Pay Range Maximum: $211,723Additional 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.Driver's License Requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.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.