Sediment Remediation Scientist | Lead Projects & Designs

CDM Smith; Essex (VT); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a mid- to senior-level Sediment Remediation Scientist or Geologist to lead independent work and team efforts on sediment remediation projects for Federal and Public sector clients. Experience in riverine, coastal, riparian, or port settings is preferred.

Roles include evaluating remediation technologies, cap modeling, data analysis, and client communication. Travel 10% or less may be required as project needs vary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree. 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise evaluating sediment remediation technologies and designs for riverine, coastal, riparian/floodplain, and port sites.
• Understand principles of sediment transport, site assessment, sampling/monitoring, cap modeling, dredge approaches, and remedial design/construct.
• Support mathematical/statistical evaluations of environmental data sets.
• Serve as CDM Smith’s task manager on sediment sites and communicate technical strategies to clients.
• Lead staff in preparing/reviewing technical documents to ensure regulatory compliance and quality.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Sediment remediation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a mid- to senior-level Sediment Remediation Scientist or Geologist to lead independent work and team efforts on sediment remediation projects for Federal and Public sector clients. Experience in riverine, coastal, riparian, or port settings is preferred.

Roles include evaluating remediation technologies, cap modeling, data analysis, and client communication. Travel 10% or less may be required as project needs vary.