CDM Smith

Environmental Management Specialist 3

LocationLos Angeles, CA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Why CDM Smith?

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Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.


Job Description

We are currently seeking a Mid-level Environmental Management Specialist in Los Angeles CA to support a wide variety of environmental projects. The preferred candidates will have field experience working at Superfund and other contaminated sites, running complex field programs, preparing planning documents and preparing reports for environmental characterization and remediation projects. The preferred candidate will have experience with evaluating remedial alternatives and engineering design of remedial approaches for contaminated soil, sediment, and groundwater. The preferred candidate will perform well in a task leader/task manager role and have a desire to advance their career as either a project technical leader or project manager.

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

Performing work up to 50% onsite at the Santa Susana Field Laboratory (SSFL) site in Simi Valley.
Onsite field work would include but is not limited to soil and groundwater sampling, water level measurements, manual pumping of remediation wells, monitoring/troubleshooting an existing onsite solar powered groundwater extraction system, oversight of subcontractors, and other environmental field work.
While not onsite, the position requires office work such as writing reports, compiling/reviewing data, supporting regulatory meetings, scheduling field events, etc. related to the SSFL site.
Performing work involving conventional and straightforward plans, investigations, surveys, structures, or equipment
Performing engineering design for environmental projects, including preparation of drawings, specifications, calculations, and developing operation, maintenance, and monitoring plans.
Reviewing draft assessments and calculations for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
Working on a variety of assignments, which may include, field studies, research investigations, construction oversight, data interpretation and evaluation, or report preparation.
Ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all assessments.
Independently evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Using professional judgment and knowledge of principles/techniques in making minor adaptations and modifications.
Possibly supervising or coordinating the work of draftsmen, technicians and others assisting in specific assignments.
Learning project management techniques and the CDM Smith management system.
Managing tasks on large projects or phases of small projects.
Developing external client interaction and marketing skills.


Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree. 3 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.


Driver's License Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.


Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering or related discipline or Bachelor's degree in Geology, Science, or related discipline.
Field experience and demonstrated ability to lead complicated field programs at contaminated sites.
Experience working for Federal clients desired.
Proven experience preparing planning documents, procuring and coordinating with subcontractors, and directing junior staff for field programs at contaminated sites
Proven experience in data evaluation and report preparation for environmental assessment, remediation, field investigations, construction oversight activities.
Previous task management or project management experience desired.


Amount Of Travel Required


10%


Skills And Abilities

Solid knowledge of corporate governance practices, organization design principles, accounting principles, finance, supply chain management, and organization management. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to understand complex technical, professional and business materials.


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, 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.


Background Check and Drug Testing Information

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 individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.


Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.


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.


Pay Range Minimum


$81,245


Pay Range Maximum


$134,077


Additional Pay Range Information

The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training and key skills.


Additional Compensation

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


Business Unit


TSU


Group


ESO


Assignment Category


Fulltime-Regular


Employment Type


Regular


Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

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