Environmental Engineer/Project Technical Leader

CDM Smith • Denver, CO

10h

About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking an Environmental Engineer/Project Technical Leader (PTL) to support the Project Manager and ensure strong technical delivery. Working under the PM’s overall project direction, the PTL develops and drives the technical vision, leads interdisciplinary coordination, manages technical content to maintain quality and reduce rework and errors, and leads workflow planning to support timely startup, appropriate staffing, and budget and schedule requirements. The PM focuses on project execution, including scope, schedule, budget, client communication, and overall delivery; the PTL guides the engineering methods, decisions, and outputs to meet the firm’s standards. Water-sector experience is considered individually, with experience in the listed areas preferred.

The role works with a diverse, collaborative team applying current technologies to analyze, assess, rehabilitate, renew, and expand water, sewer, stormwater, process, chemical, and conveyance systems. The position provides technical leadership and mentorship, contributes to proposals and client relationships, and supports professional development and continuous learning. Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel is expected to be 10% or less, with actual frequency dependent on duties, workload, and project demands.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Professional engineering (PE) license.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading water-related engineering projects.
• Ability to guide teams of engineers and scientists.
• Strong technical expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design.
• Commitment to high-quality work, client service, and professional development.
• Knowledge of CADD 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Knowledge of Microsoft business software, including Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of state and local regulations.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; amount of travel is 10% or less.
• No U.S. visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the water sector, considered on an individual basis; experience in the listed water and wastewater engineering areas is preferred.
• PE license with the ability to immediately gain comity in Colorado.
• Team-oriented approach and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Client focus and ability to partner with clients.
• Negotiation and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and approve basic to moderately complex engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, and pump stations.
• Ensure project designs comply with state and local regulations.
• Apply firm policies, procedures, and best practices to engineering deliverables.
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and technical studies to verify design requirements and site-specific conditions.
• Update project design criteria as needed during project development.
• Prepare and submit technical papers, abstracts, and conference presentations.
• Collaborate with sales and client service teams to prepare proposals responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Meet with current and prospective clients to understand and support their design and project needs.
• Represent CDM Smith at conferences and professional symposia to increase visibility and foster client relationships.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to junior staff; delegate tasks and support staff development within the discipline.
• Lead technical vision, interdisciplinary coordination, technical content management, and project workflow planning in support of the Project Manager.

Benefits

• The company describes a supportive, inclusive, collaborative, and mentorship-driven work environment that encourages career growth, development, and continuous learning.
• All bonuses are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior