Environmental Engineer 5 - Cost Estimating

CDM Smith; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 91,478 - 160,118; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Career development opportunities

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Environmental Engineer 5, specializing in cost estimating, to join our team in San Jose, California. This role involves leading cost estimates for complex environmental projects, supporting planning through construction phases.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, a Professional Engineer license, and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. The position offers an opportunity to work in a hybrid environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience in environmental engineering or related discipline.
• Experience with superfund and hazardous waste site remediation.
• Familiarity with federal/state regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates for environmental remediation projects.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate technical design into cost models.
• Support construction phase activities including change order evaluations.

Skills

Cost estimating

Environmental remediation processes

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering

Professional engineering (PE) license

Tools

MCACES

Excel-Based Estimating Models

Job description

Job Title

Environmental Engineer 5 - Cost Estimating

Business Unit

TSU

Group

ESO

Employment Type

Regular

Location

United States - Nationwide

Travel Requirements

10% travel; domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) with a strong emphasis on cost estimating to support complex environmental remediation and civil works projects. This role will lead the development of detailed cost estimates across all phases of project delivery, including planning, feasibility study, design, and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates for environmental remediation and civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop cost estimates during CERCLA and RCRA feasibility studies, including evaluation of remedial alternatives and lifecycle cost comparisons.
• Prepare cost estimates to support project authorization, budgeting, and contractor bid evaluations.
• Utilize cost estimating tools such as Micro-Computer Aided Cost Estimating System (MCACES), Second Generation (MII) and advanced Excel-based models to generate accurate and defensible estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate technical design elements into comprehensive cost models.
• Participate in value engineering studies to evaluate cost efficiencies and optimize project delivery.
• Provide cost risk analysis, assumptions documentation, and estimate validation to support decision-making.
• Support construction phase activities, including change order evaluations and cost tracking.

Minimum 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. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Superfund and hazardous waste site remediation, including contaminated soil and groundwater.
• Mining site remediation and complex terrain projects requiring slope stabilization, waste consolidation, and multi-layer cover systems.
• Civil infrastructure construction including floodwalls, levees, pump stations, pipelines, roads and bridges.
• Experience working with federal/state regulatory agencies.
• Experience in value engineering.
• Experience in risk-based cost estimating and probabilistic cost modeling.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience preparing cost estimates across planning, design, and construction phases.
• Strong working knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, and environmental remediation processes.
• Strong understanding of site remediation methods and construction practices.
• Proficiency with cost estimating tools such as MCACES MII or equivalent platforms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

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.

Pay Range

• Minimum: $91,478
• Maximum: $160,118

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.

Driver's License Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Visa Sponsorship Availability

No — We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.