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Job Description

CDM Smith is seeking a Task Leader to support and lead the technical delivery of highway design projects throughout New England. This position is well suited for a mid‑ to senior‑level transportation engineer looking to stay hands‑on while growing into broader technical and project leadership responsibilities.

This role can be based in Boston, MA;
East Hartford, CT; or Manchester, NH, with hybrid work flexibility.

Job Responsibilities

Lead the technical delivery of highway design tasks from concept through PS&E.

Develop and review roadway alignments, design criteria, construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

Provide day‑to‑day technical oversight to ensure quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met.

Mentor and review work performed by junior engineers; provide technical guidance and support.

Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Technical Leaders on complex DOT projects.

Review designs for compliance with federal, state, and local standards; sign and seal documents, as required.

Perform site reviews and field studies to support constructible, real‑world design solutions.

Support proposal and task order efforts, including scope development and technical review.

Career Growth

Opportunity to take on increasing technical and leadership responsibility across larger and more complex transportation projects.

Clear pathways toward roles such as Senior Task Leader, Project Technical Leader, or Project Manager, aligned with individual career goals.

Access to technical training, mentoring, and leadership development within CDM Smith's transportation practice.

Why CDM Smith

Long‑term transportation programs with stable project pipelines.

Ability to remain technically engaged while expanding leadership influence.

Collaborative team environment with flexibility and strong career development support.

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Transportation, or Structural 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

Strong background with CTDOT, MassDOT, NHDOT, and Municipal roadway/highway design projects.

Strong task management experience in roadway and multi-modal design projects from preliminary through final design.

Drainage network design and analysis experience.

Familiarity with proposal development and client presentations.

Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Open Roads.

Working knowledge of Open Roads Concept Station.

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