Southeast Water Reuse Discipline Leader

Job Description This is a strategic leadership position to serve as a Discipline Leader (DL) for Water Reuse in our Water Reuse Community of Practice (COP). The DL will assist in developing creative approaches to the planning, design and delivery of water reclamation and water reuse projects in the Southeast Region during both the pursuit and delivery phase of projects. The role works alongside the Water Reuse strategy team to grow the firm’s technical profile and industry presence. This may include involvement in R&D projects, professional society leadership, committee engagement, developing conference abstracts or journal articles and visible conference attendance. As a strategic member of the CDM Smith team, you will help with application of treatment related technologies, grow our technical capabilities within the discipline, develop team members passionate about recycled water and assist with sales and delivery growth. Working with Practice Leaders, other DLs, engineering and construction leaders you are empowered to deliver innovative solutions while interacting effectively with clients, project engineers, and vendors. Responsibilities Provides guidance and coordinates with other subject matter experts on the delivery of water reclamation and water reuse projects. Performs and coordinates with designated team members for quality checking of documents for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed. Collaborates with the Water Reuse Practice Leader and sales staff to support proposals in response to RFPs. Reviews draft proposals as part of the technical review team for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations, and best practices. Meets with current and potential clients as needed to review their current and future project needs. Attends and presents at conferences, symposia, etc. to contribute to the technical profile and visibility of the firm’s products and services in collaboration with PLs, DLs, sales and other technical staff. Provides technical guidance and training to senior, mid-level and junior staff working on water reclamation and reuse projects. Mentors staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm. Supervises the work of engineers on project work and delegates as necessary. Alternative delivery experience such as progressive design build is a plus. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 10 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. 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-assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Expert knowledge of engineering principles of design. Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations. Travel Requirements 20% - 40%. 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 reserve the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle checks when applicable for certain positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of background checks for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but will not precede an interview. Individuals may be required to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing during employment. 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 USD $105,227.00 – USD $184,142.00 Visa Sponsorship No sponsorship available in the United States (e.g., H-1B or TN visas). #J-18808-Ljbffr