Senior Environmental Engineer - Wastewater Focused

CDM Smith; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 126,734 - 221,790; Full time

Job summary

Join CDM Smith in Philadelphia as a technical leader for wastewater treatment and collection system projects. You will oversee project planning, collaborate with clients, and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality engineering solutions. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, strong technical expertise, and excellent communication skills. The role offers a hybrid work model and requires significant engineering leadership.

Responsibilities include managing project schedules, ensuring high-quality designs, and mentoring junior engineers. A professional engineer license and 12 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience is required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, evaluation, and design review of wastewater treatment and collection system projects.
• Collaborate with municipal and private-sector clients to understand project objectives.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Coordinate work across internal and external stakeholders.
• Review engineering designs and technical reports; manage project schedules and deliverables.
• Facilitate proactive communication with clients throughout all phases of project execution.

Skills

Expert knowledge of computer aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software

Expert knowledge of engineering design principles

Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office software

Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering

Professional engineer (PE) license

Job description

Overview

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Description

The position will serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor, overseeing the planning, evaluation, and design review of complex wastewater treatment and collection system projects. In this role, you will collaborate closely with municipal and private-sector clients to understand project objectives, provide expert guidance, and ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective engineering solutions. This position is responsible for leading multidisciplinary project teams, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating work across internal and external stakeholders. Key duties include reviewing engineering designs and technical reports, managing project schedules and deliverables, and facilitating clear, proactive communication with clients throughout all phases of project execution. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in wastewater systems, proven leadership abilities, and the interpersonal skills needed to build lasting client relationships. HYBRID

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, evaluation, and design review of wastewater treatment and collection system projects.
• Collaborate with municipal and private-sector clients to understand project objectives and provide expert guidance.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Coordinate work across internal and external stakeholders.
• Review engineering designs and technical reports; manage project schedules and deliverables.
• Facilitate proactive communication with clients throughout all phases of project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineer (PE) license.
• 12 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Travel frequency is contingent on duties and workload.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver\'s license is required.

Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of computer aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Expert knowledge of engineering design principles.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

Amount Of Travel Required

10% or less

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 Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are 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, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant\'s criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Pay Range Min

USD $126,734.00

Pay Range Max

USD $221,790.00

Visa Sponsorship Available

No—we will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position