Intermediate Technical Specialist

Overview

We are seeking a Mid-level environmental scientist to support a wide variety of environmental projects.

As a member of this team, you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by:

• Independently and collaboratively evaluating and solving engineering/scientific problems related to site investigation, feasibility study and design related to hazardous wastes.
• Planning, scheduling, conducting, or coordinating detailed phases of work in a major project.
• Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all projects.
• Contributes to firm s Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs).
• Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.
• Meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
• Performs other duties as required. 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 engineers on project work.

Bachelor s Degree. 5 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.

An appropriate and valid driver s license is required.

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Basic knowledge of computer software programs and operating systems. Intermediate verbal and written communications skills. Ability to collaborate with others at various levels throughout the firm. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a changing environment.

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.

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…