Management Specialist 6- Geothermal Discipline Leader

CDM Smith; Manchester (NH); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Geothermal Discipline Leader to drive innovative geothermal solutions for sustainability and energy efficiency. This role involves leading design teams, collaborating with sales, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in geothermal systems and a passion for advancing sustainable practices. Join a forward-thinking firm that values growth and offers opportunities to make a significant impact in the energy sector. If you are ready to lead and innovate in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience in geothermal systems required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to create designs for geothermal heating and cooling systems.
• Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals for client requests.

Skills

Geothermal heating and cooling systems

Strong knowledge of corporate governance

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to understand complex technical materials

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Building Heating and Cooling Load Modeling

Life Cycle Cost Analysis

Job description

40658BR

Requisition ID: 40658BR

Business Unit: TSU

Job Description:

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients worldwide to implement solutions to meet current and future needs.

Geothermal technologies are the future. We are excited to be leading building, district and utility level systems planning and design, and leveraging geothermal systems to help our clients meet sustainability and carbon reduction goals.

If you’re a professional with expertise in geothermal heating and cooling systems, with a desire to grow a discipline, this could be a great fit! We are seeking a thought leader who can lead a team of technical experts, collaborate with our sales team, showcase CDM Smith’s technical differentiators, and help our clients plug into the future of energy.

As the Geothermal Discipline Leader and a contributor to CDM Smith’s transformational growth, you will:

1. Lead teams to create system designs, including master planning & studies; conceptual and basis of design technical documents; detailed design of geothermal heating and cooling systems for sustainability/energy efficiency/renewable energy/green buildings focused projects.
2. Design systems of moderate to high complexity as necessary to meet client requirements. Review draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensure that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
3. Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposals (RFPs). Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations, and best practices.
4. Meet with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
5. Perform site assessments and studies as needed to ensure designs are aligned with industry standards and local requirements.
6. Attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
7. Act as the primary point of contact for external clients and related industry contacts. Collaborate with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions and provide updates to project management as necessary.
8. Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentor more junior staff and develop them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Job Title: Management Specialist 6- Geothermal Discipline Leader

Group: ISO

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree.
2. 10 years of related experience.
3. 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.
4. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.
2. Knowledge of governmental and utility incentive programs preferred.
3. Experience developing Building Heating and Cooling Load Modeling & Life Cycle Cost Analysis to support design development and alternative analysis preferred.
4. AEE Certified GeoExchange Designer preferred.
5. IGSHPA Certified Geothermal Inspector preferred.
6. Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
7. Amount of Travel Required: 10%

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.

Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

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

Skills and Abilities:

1. Strong knowledge of corporate governance practices, organization design principles, accounting principles, finance, supply chain management, and organization management.
2. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
3. Ability to understand highly complex technical, professional and business materials.

Pay Range Minimum: $104,229

Pay Range Maximum: $182,374

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

Work Location Options: Fully Remote or Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.