CDM Smith · 5 hours ago
Senior Environmental Engineer - Project Technical Leader
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $202K/yr
10+ years expCDM Smith is a company that values employee experience and personal growth. They are seeking a Senior Environmental Engineer - Project Technical Leader who will be responsible for delivering high-quality technical outcomes across projects, coordinating technical content, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyTransportationWater
No H1B
Responsibilities
Translate high‑level project objectives into engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, pump stations, and related infrastructure, ranging from basic to high complexity
Lead technical coordination across disciplines to ensure designs meet client needs, project requirements, and regulatory standards
Review technical designs and reports for quality, accuracy, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; provide technical approval on completed deliverables as appropriate
Ensure all technical work aligns with firm standards, policies, and best practices
Conduct site visits, field reviews, and technical studies as needed to confirm design assumptions and location‑specific requirements; update design criteria as projects evolve
Contribute to the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) program by developing white papers, documenting innovative or specialized designs, and supporting publication in technical journals
Collaborate with sales and business development teams to support proposals and responses to RFPs, including development and review of technical approaches
Engage with current and prospective clients to understand their needs, provide technical insight, and support long‑term relationships
Represent the firm at conferences, symposia, and industry events to enhance visibility of technical expertise and services
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and training to junior staff, supporting their professional growth within the discipline and firm
May oversee and review the technical work of junior engineers assigned to project teams
Perform other duties as needed to support successful project delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline
Professional engineering (PE) license
10 years of related experience
Domestic and/or international travel may be required
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
Advanced proficiency with Computer‑Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) tools, including 3D and 4D design environments and model‑based workflows
Strong command of engineering design principles, with the ability to apply sound technical judgment to complex infrastructure projects
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word, for technical analysis, documentation, and reporting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to clients, stakeholders, and project teams
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, with experience applying regulatory requirements throughout the design and delivery process
Benefits
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Company
CDM Smith
CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm that offers environmental, transportation, and energy-smart solutions and facilities.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Timothy Wall
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Prescott
SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer
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