Job Description

Join CDM Smith's award-winning Chicago team as a Senior Engineer and play a key role in delivering innovative municipal water and wastewater projects that make a lasting difference.

Collaborate with nationally recognized experts, tackle complex engineering challenges, and contribute to impactful projects ranging from local improvements to major infrastructure programs across the country. With a strong culture of mentorship, technical excellence, and career mobility, you will have the support and opportunities to grow into the next stage of your career.

How You Will Contribute

• Working with large Illinois-regional and national clients to solve the most interesting engineering challenges in the water / wastewater industry.
• Designing pipeline assessment, rehabilitation and replacement projects for potable water and wastewater systems.
• Providing engineering support during design and construction for major regional water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Leading design tasks by engaging directly with stakeholders throughout capital project design and construction phases.
• Participating in project management tasks such as defining scope, managing budgets, and project coordination.
• Meeting with existing and prospective clients to support our sales team and facilitate the pursuit of current and upcoming project opportunities.
• Enhancing your technical expertise through collaboration with leading professionals within the organization. Technical development opportunities include involvement in industry-leading projects, participation in research and development initiatives, and engagement in conferences.
• Providing mentorship to junior staff through structured guidance, work assignments, and technical reviews. Technical mentorship will also be available to support your career growth.

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Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Principles of design include preparation of design documents for municipal water / wastewater projects.
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, Etc).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a desire for client-facing interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering (PE) license. 10 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.

Amount of Travel Required

10% or less
Pay Range Min

USD $110,240.00
Pay Range Max

USD $192,899.00
Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate's salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.
Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.