Environmental Engineer 5

CDM Smith; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Boston, MA is seeking an Environmental Engineer to support a broad range of environmental projects, including MCP and Superfund remediation efforts. The role emphasizes field leadership, design, data interpretation, and report development to advance toward project leadership or project management.

The position requires 7 years of related experience, a PE license, and readiness to travel domestically or internationally as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead tasks on large projects or phases of small projects.
• Perform surface and subsurface soil sampling, groundwater sampling, and other field data collection.
• Work on field studies, research investigations, construction oversight, data interpretation and evaluation, or report preparation.
• Perform engineering design for environmental projects, including drawings, specifications, calculations, and operation plans.
• Perform remedial construction oversight and quality control.
• Review draft assessments for regulatory compliance.
• Develop client interaction and marketing skills.

Skills

Field programs leadership

MS Office

English communication

Subcontractor coordination

Data evaluation & reporting

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Eng

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Project management software

Job description

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Job Description

CDM Smith is currently seeking an Environmental Engineer in the Boston, MA office to support a wide variety of environmental projects. The preferred candidates will have field experience working at Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP), Superfund and other contaminated sites, running complex field programs, preparing planning documents and preparing reports for environmental characterization and remediation projects. The preferred candidate will have experience with assessing and evaluating remedial approaches for contaminated soil, sediment, and groundwater. The preferred candidate will perform well in a task leader/task manager role and have a desire to advance their career as either a project technical leader or project manager.

As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:

• Managing tasks on large projects or phases of small projects.
• Performing surface and subsurface soil sampling, groundwater sampling, and other field data collection to support environmental and water supply projects.
• Working on a variety of assignments, which may include field studies, research investigations, construction oversight, data interpretation and evaluation, or report preparation.
• Performing engineering design for environmental projects, including preparation of drawings, specifications, calculations, and developing operation, maintenance, and monitoring plans.
• Performing remedial construction oversight and quality control
• Reviewing draft assessments and calculations for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Learning project management techniques and the CDM Smith management system.
• Developing external client interaction and marketing skills.

Skills & Abilities

• Experience and demonstrated ability to lead field programs at contaminated sites.
• Experience working with commonly used computer software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience coordinating with subcontractors, third-parties, and directing junior staff for field programs at contaminated sites.
• Proven experience in data evaluation and report preparation for environmental assessment, conceptual site model development, remediation, field investigations, and/or construction oversight activities.

Qualifications

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. 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

• The ideal candidate will be an LSP (Massachusetts Licensed Site Professional) and/or have experience working with project management methodology including budget development, project planning, control and assurance methodologies, project management software and finance and accounting concepts and practices.
• Experience in solid waste/landfill/permitting, design and construction experience for at least 5 years and a track record of high value client relationship building and ability to win work in a regional area within New England.
• Field experience working at Massachusetts Contingency Plan (MCP), Superfund, mining, and other contaminated sites, running complex field programs, preparing planning documents and preparing reports for environmental characterization and remediation projects.
• This position is best suited for an individual that is excited to develop experience across a range of managerial and technical skills. Experience with supervision and mentoring of junior engineers and in construction management.
• Candidate who is willing to travel for field work (e.g. day travel or overnight travel).

Amount Of Travel Required

20% - 40%

Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

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 Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are 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, physical or mental 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.

Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

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

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We are not open to sponsoring for this position

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Pay Range Max

USD $175,365.00

Pay Range Min

USD $100,194.00