Environmental Engineer - Project Technical Leader

CDM Smith; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Technical Leader to oversee the design and delivery of water treatment facilities in Atlanta. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with regulations and firm policies while mentoring junior engineers. You will lead project teams, engage with clients, and contribute to technical documentation and proposals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil or environmental engineering, a strong grasp of design principles, and exceptional communication skills. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to improving water infrastructure across the Southeast United States and make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in engineering and project management.
• Expertise in CADD software and engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams in designing and delivering water treatment facilities.
• Review designs for compliance with regulations and firm policies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

CADD 3D and 4D software

Engineering principles of design

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

41257BR

Requisition ID: 41257BR

Business Unit: TSU

Job Description: This position is for a Project Technical Leader based in Atlanta to assist in the delivery of water treatment facilities of moderate to high complexity throughout the Southeast United States.

Responsibilities:

1. With high-level goals provided, leads teams to design and deliver water treatment facilities, and related water infrastructure. This may include process modeling through signing and sealing construction drawings as the engineer-of-record.
2. Reviews draft designs and reports for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and signs off on completed designs.
3. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs. Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary. Performs water quality analyses and modeling.
4. Contributes to firm's Technical Knowledge Management by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
5. Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs).
6. Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations, and best practices.
7. Proactively meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
8. Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
9. May act as a point of contact for external client and related industry contact.
10. Collaborates with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions provides updates to project management as necessary. Performs other duties as required.
11. Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.

Job Title: Environmental Engineer - Project Technical Leader

Group: WSO

Certification/License Requirements: Professional Engineer

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
2. Professional engineering (PE) license.
3. 10 years of related experience.
4. 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.
5. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Job Site Location: Georgia - Atlanta

Amount of Travel Required: 15%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

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

Skills and Abilities:

1. Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
2. Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design.
3. Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.).
4. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
5. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.