Environmental Engineer 5 - Cost Estimating

45013BR

Requisition ID:

45013BR

Business Unit:

TSU

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced Environmental Engineer (Level 5) with a strong emphasis on cost estimating to support complex environmental remediation and civil works projects. This role will lead the development of detailed cost estimates across all phases of project delivery, including planning, feasibility study, design, and construction.

Key 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 Micro-Computer Aided Cost Estimating System (MCACES), Second Generation (MII) and advanced Excel-based models 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.

Job Title:

Environmental Engineer 5 - Cost Estimating

Group:

ESO

Employment Type:

Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 7 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Superfund and hazardous waste site remediation, including contaminated soil and groundwater.

• Mining site remediation and complex terrain projects requiring slope stabilization, waste consolidation, and multi-layer cover systems.

• Civil infrastructure construction including floodwalls, levees, pump stations, pipelines, roads and bridges.

• Experience working with federal/state regulatory agencies.

• Experience in value engineering.

• Experience in risk-based cost estimating and probabilistic cost modeling.

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 is 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, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Job Site Location:

United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer:

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Amount of Travel Required:

10%

Assignment Category:

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available:

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience preparing cost estimates across planning, design, and construction phases.

• Strong working knowledge of CERCLA, RCRA, and environmental remediation processes.

• Strong understanding of site remediation methods and construction practices.

• Proficiency with cost estimating tools such as MCACES MII or equivalent platforms.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

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.

Pay Range Minimum:

$91,478

Pay Range Maximum:

$160,118

Additional Compensation:

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Driver's License Requirements:

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

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.