Federal Design & Construction Engineer

CDM Smith; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in Wayne, PA is seeking an experienced civil/structural engineer to serve as the technical liaison between federal design and construction teams, review submittals, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role involves applying engineering principles across planning, design review, construction administration, and ongoing project assessments, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Domestic travel is required; PE license preferred; 5+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Domestic travel is required. Overseas travel is also possible.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical liaison between federal government client design branch, construction branch, and contractors.
• Review design submittals, shop drawings, specifications, RFIs, and technical reports for compliance with Federal and client specific standards.
• Apply engineering principles and relevant codes across planning, investigation, design review, construction administration, and assessment of engineering procedures, structures, systems, and tools.
• Monitors progress and prepares technical reports and/or project status reports.
• Provide engineering judgment for field modifications, non-conformance issues, value engineering proposals, and constructability reviews.
• Develop and maintain client relationships through responsive communication and strong technical support. Serves as a liaison with clients.

Skills

US citizen

Background check

Design review

Construction administration

Cost estimating

Scheduling

Contract management

Technical proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent field work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

RA (Registered Architect)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

CDM Smith in Wayne, PA is seeking an experienced civil/structural engineer to serve as the technical liaison between federal design and construction teams, review submittals, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role involves applying engineering principles across planning, design review, construction administration, and ongoing project assessments, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Domestic travel is required; PE license preferred; 5+ years of experience.