Senior Environmental Engineer & Cost Estimator (Remediation)

CDM Smith; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith seeks an experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) in Lincoln, NE, to lead detailed cost estimates for environmental remediation and civil works across planning, feasibility, design, and construction phases. Strong emphasis on CERCLA/RCRA and lifecycle cost analyses is required.

The role requires PE licensure, 7 years of related experience, and travel as needed. Proficiency with MCACES MII, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, are essential to deliver defensible estimates

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience required.
• PE license required for professional engineering.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of detailed cost estimates for environmental remediation and civil infrastructure projects.
• Develop cost estimates during CERCLA and RCRA feasibility studies, including evaluation of remedial alternatives and lifecycle cost comparisons.
• Prepare cost estimates to support project authorization, budgeting, and contractor bid evaluations.
• Utilize cost estimating tools such as MCACES MII or equivalent platforms to generate accurate and defensible estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate technical design elements into comprehensive cost models.
• Participate in value engineering studies to evaluate cost efficiencies and optimize project delivery.
• Provide cost risk analysis, assumptions documentation, and estimate validation to support decision-making.
• Support construction phase activities, including change order evaluations and cost tracking.

Skills

Cost estimating

CERCLA & RCRA

Remediation knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Eng

PE license

Tools

MCACES MII or equivalent

Job description

CDM Smith seeks an experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) in Lincoln, NE, to lead detailed cost estimates for environmental remediation and civil works across planning, feasibility, design, and construction phases. Strong emphasis on CERCLA/RCRA and lifecycle cost analyses is required.

The role requires PE licensure, 7 years of related experience, and travel as needed. Proficiency with MCACES MII, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, are essential to deliver defensible estimates