Discipline Leader - Groundwater Systems

Overview

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Requisition  

Business Unit: TSU

Job Title: Discipline Leader - Groundwater Systems

Group: WSO

Employment Type: Regular

If you have expertise in various groundwater systems and a desire to grow a discipline, this could be an excellent fit! As a Discipline Leader, you will lead a team of multidisciplinary experts in the development of master plans and detailed designs for groundwater systems. As the Groundwater and ASR Discipline Leader and a contributor to CDM Smith s transformational growth, you will:

• With high‑level goals provided, create basic to moderate complexity designs related to groundwater engineering; well drilling, well pumps, pumping stations, wellhead appurtenances, well design.
• Works on a variety of groundwater systems including brackish groundwater supply, Aquifer Storage Recovery (ASR), indirect potable reuse systems and Class 1 Injection Wells.
• Interfaces with civil, process mechanical, hydraulics, electrical and I&C disciplines, permitting and construction during design development and construction activities.
• Prepares and/or manages technical reports, letters, memoranda, drawings, specifications, and proposals.
• Ensures that firm’s policies and practices are followed on all work documents.
• Develops technical scopes of work for drilling, sampling and aquifer and geophysical testing work during projects.
• Contributes to the firm s TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
• Maintains client, industry, and regulatory agency contacts; participates in relevant professional organizations; attends and presents technical publications at industry events.
• Collaborates and engages in strategic planning with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal.
• Acts as the primary point of contact for external client and related industry contact.
• Supports project delivery team through interpretation of technical and regulatory issues, assisting with project scoping and budgeting, and achieving client satisfaction.
• Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff.
• Mentors more junior staff and develops them for future growth within the discipline and firm.
• May supervise the work of junior staff on project work.

• Bachelor s degree in Science or related discipline.
• Registration as a licensed Professional Geologist, as certified by ASBOG, within the resident state, if available, or a surrounding state, if not, is required for geologist positions. PE license required for those with a water resources background.
• 12 years of related experience (Hydrogeologist or Water Resource Engineer).
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• 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.

• B.S. in Geology with a M.S. preferred.
• Texas Professional engineering (PE) license with a Water Resources background or ability to obtain a registration within six months.
• Experience in groundwater engineering including municipal groundwater supply systems.
• Ability to work on a variety of groundwater systems including brackish groundwater supply, ASR, indirect potable reuse systems and Class I injection well systems.
• Ability to participate in active drilling field work.
• Ability to work on technical team with other disciplines to develop master planning and detailed design of groundwater systems.
• Experience with regulatory approval/permitting for groundwater systems.
• Experience or exposure with selection of corrosion resistant materials, downhole control valves or other recharge control systems, booster pump stations.

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. 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.

Job Site

Location:

South United States

Amount of

Travel Required:

15%

Visa Sponsorship Available:
No

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:
We may require background checks and drug testing as described in company policy; specifics depend on role and location.

Work Location Options:
Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Driver s License Requirements:
An appropriate and valid driver s license is…