Sediment Remediation Scientist — Lead Projects & Teams

CDM Smith; Springfield (IL); 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 and execute sediment remediation projects for federal and public sector clients. The role emphasizes independent work and team leadership on complex sites, with a focus on technical strategy and client communication.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and approximately seven years of related experience, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 7 years related experience; travel may be required.
• Experience leading engineers/scientists on sediment remediation projects.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate feasibility of sediment remediation technologies and design sediment remediation solutions.
• Understand sediment transport, site assessment, sampling/monitoring, cap modeling, dredge approaches, remedial design/construction.
• Support statistical evaluations of environmental data.
• Serve as task manager; communicate strategy to client and work with SMEs.
• Liaise with client, public, and consultants; explain technical info to non-experts.
• Lead others in preparing and reviewing technical information for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Sediment remediation expertise

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge (CERCLA, GL LA)

Technical liaison

Data interpretation & statistics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a mid- to senior-level Sediment Remediation Scientist or Geologist to lead and execute sediment remediation projects for federal and public sector clients. The role emphasizes independent work and team leadership on complex sites, with a focus on technical strategy and client communication.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and approximately seven years of related experience, with travel as needed.