Geothermal Energy Discipline Leader

at CDM Smith in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

38552BR

Requisition ID:

38552BR

Business Unit:

TSU

Job Description:

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients worldwide to implement solutions to meet current and future needs.

Geothermal technologies are the future. We are excited to be leading building level and district level geothermal planning and design, and leveraging geothermal systems to help our clients meet sustainability and carbon reduction goals.

If you’re a professional with expertise in geothermal heating and cooling systems, with a desire to grow a discipline, this could be a great fit! We are seeking a thought leader who can lead a team of technical experts, collaborate with our sales team, showcase CDM Smith’s technical differentiators, and help our clients plug into the future of energy.

As the Geothermal Energy Discipline Leader and a contributor to CDM Smith’s transformational growth, you will:

- Lead teams to create engineering designs including geothermal systems master planning & studies; conceptual and basis of design technical documents; analyzing horizontal and vertical geothermal bore field systems; detailed design of geothermal heating and cooling systems for sustainability/energy efficiency/renewable energy/green buildings focused projects.

- Design systems of moderate to high complexity as necessary to meet client requirements. Review draft designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Ensure that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.

- Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposals (RFPs). Review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations, and best practices.

- Meet with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.

- Perform site assessments and studies as needed to ensure designs are aligned with industry standards and local requirements.

- Attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm’s products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.

- Act as the primary point of contact for external clients and related industry contacts. Collaborate with clients and government officials to clarify technical questions and provide updates to project management as necessary.

- Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentor more junior staff and develop them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Job Title:

Geothermal Energy Discipline Leader

Group:

ISO

Employment Type:

Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree.

- 12 years of related experience.

- Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a 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:

- Knowledge of governmental and utility incentive programs for sustainable heating and cooling (e.g., NYSERDA – New York State Energy and Research Development Authority) preferred.

- Experience developing Building Heating and Cooling Load Modeling & Life Cycle Cost Analysis to support design development and alternative analysis preferred.

- AEE Certified GeoExchange Designer preferred.

- IGSHPA Certified Geothermal Inspector preferred.

- Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

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.

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:

Illinois – Chicago

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:

10%

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