Environmental Engineer - Project Technical Leader - Water Services

CDM Smith; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 105,227 - 184,142; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith, located in the Town of Florida, NY, is seeking a Project Technical Leader (PTL) to drive the technical vision of projects. This role involves creating complex water and wastewater systems, ensuring compliance with regulations, and developing junior staff. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least 10 years of experience.

The position offers a competitive pay range from $105,227 to $184,142 and the opportunity for impactful projects.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Create complex water and wastewater treatment facilities and systems.
• Review designs for compliance with standards and regulations.
• Ensure designs meet firm policies and practices.

Skills

Computer Aided Design (CADD) expertise

Engineering design principles knowledge

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Job description

Overview

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold. 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. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

The Project Technical Leader (PTL) role is an important position within the firm that focuses on key areas of technical delivery. As part of the Global Delivery Excellence Framework (GDEF), the PTL develops and drives the technical vision of the project, working closely with the Project Manager (PM) and reporting directly to the PM. The PTL is responsible for coordinating the technical content of both design and non-design projects, with a focus on preemptive, preventive and proactive delivery approaches that mitigate circle backs. Additional responsibilities include:

• With high-level goals provided, creates water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, pump stations, etc., and engineers designs of basic to high complexity to meet client project requirements.
• Reviews draft designs and reports for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signs off on completed designs.
• Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs. Performs site reviews and studies to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications; updates design requirements as necessary.
• Contributes to the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs and studies; submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs) and reviews draft proposals for adherence to regulations and best practices.
• Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs; attends conferences and symposia to improve visibility of the firm’s products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
• Provides technical guidance and training to junior staff; mentors and develops them for future growth within the discipline and the firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 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; the frequency of travel is contingent on duties and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of computer aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Expert knowledge of engineering design principles.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

Amount Of Travel Required

20% - 40%

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 reserve the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc., as well as credit and motor vehicle checks when applicable for certain positions. CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment in the United States. For positions outside the United States, timing varies by country statute, but never precedes an interview. Inter­views are conducted before requesting a criminal background check. If this position is subject to a background check for convictions related to 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. Additional background checks, including motor vehicle and drug testing, may be required during employment.

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.

Pay Range

Min: USD $105,227.00

Max: USD $184,142.00

Visa Sponsorship Available

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