Engineering Specialist (Flex Staff)

Engineering Specialist (Flex Staff)

CDM Smith is seeking engineers to support federal construction projects with agencies such as USACE, AFCEC, and NAVFAC. This is a pipeline requisition for future projects. The engineering specialist applies broad professional knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges and ensure compliance with federal construction standards to meet specific client needs. Work is performed independently under limited supervision, requiring initiative, sound engineering judgement, and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including contractors, government clients, and multidisciplinary project teams.

Job duties include:

• Serving as the technical liaison between federal government client design branch, construction branch, and contractors.
• Reviewing design submittals, shop drawings, specifications, RFIs, and technical reports for compliance with federal and client specific standards.
• Applying engineering principles and relevant codes across planning, investigation, design review, construction administration, and assessment of engineering procedures, structures, systems, and tools.
• Monitoring progress and preparing technical reports and/or project status reports.
• Providing engineering judgment for field modifications, non-conformance issues, value engineering proposals, and constructability reviews.
• Complying with guidelines and regulations including permitting, safety protocols, environmental requirements, etc. and delivering technical files and other technical documentation as required.
• Assisting in the development of cost estimates and supporting analysis in coordination with government cost estimators and contracting officers.
• Participating in pre-construction meetings, progress reviews, and project closeout/punchlist activities.
• Conducting or assisting in quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Developing, training, mentoring junior engineering staff while guiding technical direction and best practices.
• Developing and maintaining client relationships through responsive communication and strong technical support. Serving as a liaison with clients.
• Performing other duties as required.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• At least five years of relevant experience.
• Domestic travel is required. Overseas travel is also possible.

Preferred qualifications include:

• PE (Professional Engineer) license or RA (Registered Architect) is highly preferred.
• Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors certificate.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety.
• Federal or DoD project experience (NAVFAC, USACE, or Air Force CE) is highly desirable.
• Experience across vertical construction (buildings/facilities) and horizontal work (utilities, waterfronts, transportation, or airfields).
• Proficiency in interpreting design documents, specifications, and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS).
• Skilled in project scheduling tools and coordination (Microsoft Project, Primavera P6).
• Strong knowledge of federal contracting standards (FAR/DFARS) and federal government design & construction processes across different divisions.

CDM Smith is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Join us at CDM Smith, where amazing career journeys unfold. We are committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. We 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: United States - Nationwide.

Amount of travel required: 100%.

Assignment category: Fulltime-temporary.

Visa sponsorship available: No.

Skills and abilities include:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Able to pass a federal background check.
• Knowledge of design review, construction administration, cost estimating, scheduling, and contract management.
• Demonstrates technical proficiency and design application knowledge.
• Strong organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance.
• Familiar and comfortable working on computers/tablets/phones and digital platforms, mobile technology, and inspection/reporting software.
• Strong writing and oral communication skills to work with military clients, contractors, and government teams.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and problem-solving skills for handling design discrepancies or construction conflicts in the field.
• Good interpersonal skills to cultivate relationships with colleagues, customers, and partners.
• Ability to work independently in field settings under limited supervision.

Background check and drug testing information:

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.

Pay range minimum: $78,624.00.

Pay range maximum: $157,248.00.

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

Work location options: Successful candidate will be required to work 100% in the field locations.

Driver's license requirements: An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Seeking candidates for a potential future opportunity! We are looking for qualified candidates for this position in anticipation of future project opportunities. Please note this is an "Evergreen" position which will be used to build our candidate pool but is not a role that is open at this time. If you are interested in being considered for this position should this position become available, we encourage you to apply to be part of our talent community. By having your information on file, we can reach out to you when this or a similar role officially opens.

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.