Senior Sediment Remediation Scientist

CDM Smith; Fairfax (VA); 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 sediment remediation projects for federal and public sector clients. The role requires independent work and guiding a team of engineers and scientists on complex sites, with an emphasis on riverine, coastal, and port settings.

Candidates should have strong knowledge of CERCLA and related processes, solid communication skills, and ability to manage technical work streams, coordinate with clients and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 7 years of related experience.
• Travel may be required depending on duties and workload.
• Equivalent related experience may substitute for a degree.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise evaluating feasibility of sediment remediation technologies and design remediation for riverine, coastal, riparian/floodplain, and/or port sites with multiple stakeholders.
• Understand principles of sediment transport, environmental site assessment, sampling/monitoring, cap modeling, dredge approaches, and remedial action design/construction.
• Support mathematical/statistical evaluations of environmental data sets.
• Serve as CDM Smith’s task manager on sediment sites, develop and communicate technical strategy to clients, interact with subject matter experts.
• Possess in-depth expertise in CERCLA, GLLA, and other regulatory steps at contaminated sediment sites.
• Liaise with clients, the public, and outside consultants, communicating complex evaluations and designs to non-experts.
• Lead staff in preparing and reviewing technical information to ensure regulatory compliance and technical soundness.

Skills

Governance knowledge

Org design

Accounting principles

Finance

Supply chain management

Organization management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a mid- to senior-level Sediment Remediation Scientist or Geologist to lead sediment remediation projects for federal and public sector clients. The role requires independent work and guiding a team of engineers and scientists on complex sites, with an emphasis on riverine, coastal, and port settings.

Candidates should have strong knowledge of CERCLA and related processes, solid communication skills, and ability to manage technical work streams, coordinate with clients and