| Job Category : | Management |
| Company Name: | CDM Smith |
| Position Name: | Management Specialist 5 |
| Location : | United States |
| Job Description : | We are currently seeking a Project Technical Leader to support CDM Smith’s firm-wide Climate Resilience team and strategic initiatives. This candidate will have experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams in climate change services, including vulnerability assessments, climate resilience and adaptation plans. The candidate will perform well in a Project Technical Leader role and will lead a team of engineers and scientists on projects for a variety of clients, including those in the federal and public sector. Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Lead and collaborate with a team of climate scientists, planners, design engineers, and asset management specialists to deliver climate resilience projects Able to assess and understand a problem and develop and communicate a technical strategy to the client. Positioning us technically, ahead of climate change challenges being recognized in the marketplace. Mentor staff on climate resilience best practices Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all projects. Learn Project Technical Leader techniques and the CDM Smith’s management system. Provides technical management of resources, including developing scopes and schedules in conjunction with the project manager. Implement CDM Smith’s quality procedures at project and task levels Contribute to the firm’s Technical Knowledge Management (TKM) by developing white papers and technical documentation of new or special case designs, and studies. Embracing the opportunities afforded by a matrix organization and leverage its advantages to grow the firm while keeping our existing clients “CDM Smith clients” Prepares for and meets with current and potential future clients to review their current and future climate resilience needs. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. 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. Skills and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Excellent presentation skills (in person and virtually) Understanding of trends in climate policy at Federal, State, and local levelsUnderstanding of climate scienceAble to translate climate change information to audiences with varying levels of base understandingUnderstanding of how infrastructure, communities, and the environment are impacted by climate changeExcels in a team environment with a culture of open communication connectionActive in climate resilience professional societies or networks Preferred Qualifications Applicable certifications, such as (but not limited to): Professional engineering (PE) license, Professional scientist registration/certification, Climate change professional certification Master’s degree in related discipline. Assignment Category Fulltime-Regular Amount of Travel Required 20% 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 is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. U.S. Vaccine Status CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) are committed to your health and safety. CDM Smith and its employees adhere to all applicable government and client COVID-19 requirements. Agency Disclaimer All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee. Business Unit TSU Group ETO Employment Type Regular Visa Sponsorship Available No – We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position |