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Discipline Leader - Groundwater Systems

Lensa
Columbus, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2025
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42098BR

Requisition ID

42098BR

Business Unit

TSU

Job Description

If you have expertise in various groundwater systems and a desire to grow a discipline, this could be an excellent fit!

As a Discipline Leader, you will lead a team of multidisciplinary experts in the development of master plans and detailed designs for groundwater systems.

As the Groundwater and ASR Discipline Leader and a contributor to CDM Smith's transformational growth, you will:

  • With high‐level goals provided, creates basic to moderate complexity designs related to groundwater engineering; well drilling, well pumps, pumping stations, wellhead appurtenances, well design.
  • Works on a variety of groundwater systems including brackish groundwater supply, Aquifer Storage Recovery (ASR), indirect potable reuse systems and Class 1 Injection Wells.
  • Interfaces with civil, process mechanical, hydraulics, electrical and I&C disciplines, permitting and construction during design development and construction activities.
  • Prepares and/or manages technical reports, letters, memoranda, drawings, specifications, and proposals.
  • Ensures that firm’s policies and practices are followed on all work documents.
  • Develops technical scopes of work for drilling, sampling and aquifer and geophysical testing work during projects.
  • Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.
  • Maintains client, industry, and regulatory agency contacts; participates in relevant professional organizations; attends and presents technical publications at industry events.
  • Collaborates and engages in strategic planning with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal.
  • Acts as the primary point of contact for external client and related industry contact.
  • Supports project delivery team through interpretation of technical and regulatory issues, assisting with project scoping and budgeting, and achieving client satisfaction.
  • 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 staff on project work.

Successful Candidate can be based in Texas, California or Florida.

Job Title

Discipline Leader - Groundwater Systems

Group

WSO

Employment Type

Regular

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Science or related discipline.
  • Registration as a licensed Professional Geologist, as certified by ASBOG, within the resident state, if available, or a surrounding state, if not, is required for geologist positions. PE license required for those with a water resources background.
  • 12 years of related experience (Hydrogeologist or Water Resource Engineer)
  • Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.
  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • B.S. in Geology with a M.S. preferred.
  • Texas Professional engineering (PE) license with a Water Resources background or ability to obtain a registration within six months.
  • Experience in groundwater engineering including municipal groundwater supply systems.
  • Ability to work on a variety of groundwater systems including brackish groundwater supply, Aquifer Storage Recovery (ASR), indirect potable reuse systems and Class I injection well systems.
  • Ability to participate in active drilling field work.
  • Ability to work on technical team with other disciplines to develop master planning and detailed design of groundwater systems.
  • Experience with regulatory approval/permitting for groundwater systems.
  • Experience or exposure with selection of corrosion resistant materials, downhole control valves or other recharge control systems, booster pump stations.

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.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

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 Site Location:

South United States

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.

Amount Of Travel Required

15%

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

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

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.

Additional Compensation

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

Work Location Options:

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Driver's License Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

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.

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