Sediment Remediation Scientist — Lead Projects & Teams

CDM Smith; Savannah (GA); 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 projects for federal and public sector clients. The role emphasizes independent work and team leadership on sediment remediation initiatives across diverse settings.

Applicants should have deep knowledge of remediation design, regulatory steps, data evaluation, and strong communication skills for client liaison and report development. Travel may be required to support project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with related experience.
• Experience leading engineers/scientists on sediment remediation projects.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate sediment remediation technologies and design remedies for riverine, coastal, riparian, and port settings.
• Understand contamination transport, site assessment, sampling, cap modeling, dredging, and remedial construction.
• Support mathematical/statistical evaluation of environmental data.
• Act as task manager, communicating strategy to clients and coordinating SMEs.
• Liaise with clients and outside consultants; present complex results to non-experts.
• Lead staff in preparing technically sound documents conforming to regs.

Skills

Sediment remediation

Team leadership

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a mid- to senior-level Sediment Remediation Scientist or Geologist to lead projects for federal and public sector clients. The role emphasizes independent work and team leadership on sediment remediation initiatives across diverse settings.

Applicants should have deep knowledge of remediation design, regulatory steps, data evaluation, and strong communication skills for client liaison and report development. Travel may be required to support project needs.