Urwah Admin

CDM Smith

<p></p><div><div><div><div>CDM Smith is seeking an experienced Senior Recruiter to join our Corporate HR Team! This role owns and drives the full cycle recruitment of Electrical Engineers and related technical talent, partnering closely with engineering leadership to deliver critical hires that power the firm&rsquo;s high impact projects. You will be a trusted talent advisor to hiring managers deeply understanding electrical engineering disciplines and project demands while building and maintaining a robust pipeline of highly specialized technical candidates in a competitive market.
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What You&rsquo;ll Do:
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<ul><li>Lead end to end recruiting for Electrical Engineering roles, including power systems, MEP, controls, instrumentation, and other specialized engineering disciplines.</li><li>Proactively source, engage, and cultivate a diverse pipeline of experienced Electrical Engineers using advanced sourcing strategies, professional networks, referrals, and modern recruiting technology.</li><li>Serve as a strategic partner to hiring managers translating technical requirements into compelling talent strategies and advising on market conditions, candidate availability, and competitive positioning.</li><li>Conduct high quality technical prescreens, confidently evaluating candidate experience, credentials, and alignment with engineering and business needs.</li><li>Manage candidate experience with precision and urgency preparing candidates for interviews, ensuring timely feedback, and maintaining clear, consistent communication throughout the process.</li><li>Coordinate interviews, drive feedback loops, and keep searches moving forward with speed and accountability.</li><li>Extend and negotiate offers in alignment with firm compensation guidelines, ensuring competitive and equitable outcomes.</li><li>Maintain impeccable documentation and compliance across all recruiting activities using the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).</li><li>Analyze recruiting metrics and reports, providing hiring managers and leadership with visibility into pipeline health, time to fill, and hiring progress.</li></ul><br>
What Sets You Apart:<br>
<ul><li>Proven experience recruiting Electrical Engineers in consulting engineering, AEC, industrial, or related technical environments.</li><li>Ability to speak the language of engineers and build credibility with highly technical stakeholders.</li><li>Strong sourcing expertise in hard to fill, competitive technical markets.</li><li>Exceptional organization, follow through, and attention to detail in a fast paced environment.</li><li>Comfort leveraging recruiting technology, data, and analytics to drive results.</li><li>A consultative mindset focused on outcomes, speed, quality, and long term talent impact.</li></ul><br>
#LI-LP2<br>
#LI-REMOTE</div>
</div><div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree.</li><li>4 years of related experience.
</li></ul><br>
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.<br>
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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.
</div><div><p><b>Amount of Travel Required</b></p>
<div>0%
</div></div><div><p><b>Skills and Abilities</b></p>
<ul><li>Excellent skills in Microsoft Office, applicant tracking systems and technology for sourcing candidates.
</li><li>Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills and the ability to work with all types of people at a variety of levels.
</li><li>May be involved in mentoring or guiding more junior level recruiters or support staff.
</li><li>Ability to work as a team player and to keep informed of developments in employment practices as well as the ability to maintain employment advertising program.</li><li>Ability to work with detail, manage multiple priorities, and work within deadlines.</li></ul>
</div><div><p><b>EEO Statement</b></p>
<div>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.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Background Check and Drug Testing Information</b></p>
<div>CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as &ldquo;CDM Smith&rdquo;) 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.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Massachusetts Applicants</b></p>
<div>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.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Agency Disclaimer</b></p>
<div>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.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Pay Range Minimum</b></p>
<div>$90,230</div>
</div><div><p><b>Pay Range Maximum</b></p>
<div>$148,886</div>
</div><div><p><b>Additional Compensation</b></p>
<div>All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Business Unit</b></p>
<div>COR</div>
</div><div><p><b>Group</b></p>
<div>COR</div>
</div><div><p><b>Assignment Category</b></p>
<div>Fulltime-Regular
</div></div><div><p><b>Employment Type</b></p>
<div>Regular</div>
</div><div><p><b>Visa Sponsorship Available</b></p>
<div>No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Senior Recruiter (Remote Options)

<p></p><div><div><div><div>Project Summary:
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The anticipated Sindh Strategic Water Plan (SSWP), supported under the Sindh Water &amp; Agriculture Transformation (SWAT) Project, aims to address Sindh&rsquo;s urgent water‑related environmental, climatic, and socio‑economic challenges. The assignment will develop an integrated, province‑wide strategic water plan that includes scenario analysis, resource management strategies, and regional IWRM plans across short‑ (5‑year), medium‑ (20‑year), and long‑term (50‑year) horizons. Should CDM Smith be successful our pursuit of this assignment, the work will involve advanced modelling for water quantity and quality, institutional and governance strengthening, flood and drought risk management, irrigation and agricultural water assessments, and comprehensive analysis of existing data using tools such as HEC models, Flow‑3D or equivalent modelling platforms.
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Position Summary:<br>
The Deputy Team Leader (DTL) will support the Team Leader in managing and coordinating the multi‑disciplinary consulting team responsible for developing the Sindh Strategic Water Plan (SSWP). The role requires extensive technical expertise in water resources planning, strong project-management capability, and ability to work closely with government stakeholders, international specialists, and regional institutions. Should CDM Smith be awarded the contract, the Deputy Team Leader is expected to spend a significant amount of time over the 18 months duration of the project in Sindh Province for on‑the‑ground engagement, consistent with Tier‑1/Key Expert requirements.
<br>
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Key Responsibilities:<br>
Project Management &amp; Coordination
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<ul><li>Support the Team Leader in day‑to‑day management of the SSWP consultant consortium.
</li><li>Coordinate technical inputs from thematic leads (WRM Planner, Environment, Agriculture, Modelling, etc.).
</li><li>Ensure adherence to project schedule, milestones, and deliverables as outlined in the TOR (Inception, Situation Assessment, Scenario Analysis, SSWP Draft, Resource Management Strategies, Regional IWRM Plans).
</li><li>Maintain close working relationships with the Client (SWAT PCMU) and relevant departments (Irrigation, Agriculture, Environment, PDMA, WASA, Local Government).
</li></ul><br>
Technical Leadership
<br>
<ul><li>Provide senior‑level technical oversight across water resources planning tasks.
</li><li>Contribute to development of the SSWP&rsquo;s vision, strategic directions, scenario frameworks, and resource management strategies.
</li><li>Ensure integration of climate change, socio‑economic analyses, groundwater, water quality, flood/drought management, and institutional elements.
</li><li>Support harmonization of SSWP methodologies with national and provincial water policies and the evolving IWRM framework for Sindh.
</li></ul><br>
Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Capacity Building
<br>
<ul><li>Support design and implementation of stakeholder engagement plans involving government agencies, civil society, AWBs, municipalities, and academic institutions.
</li><li>Contribute to capacity‑building programs for government staff as required in the TOR
</li><li>Facilitate consensus‑building processes for regional IWRM plans.
</li></ul><br>
Quality Assurance &amp; Reporting
<br>
<ul><li>Assist in reviewing, consolidating, and finalizing key deliverables, such as: Inception Report, Stakeholder Engagement Report, Situation Assessment Report, Scenario Analysis Report, Draft and Final SSWP
</li><li>Ensure high-quality analytical outputs, cross-disciplinary consistency, and compliance with TOR specifications.</li></ul><br>
#LI-JM1</div>
</div><div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>Advanced degree in Engineering, Environment, or a similar field.
</li><li>Minimum 15 years of experience in water resources planning.
</li><li>Significant demonstrated project‑management experience with similar large‑scale, multi‑sectoral, donor-funded planning assignments.
</li><li>Proven leadership and multi-functional team coordination ability.
</li><li>Fluency in English and Urdu is required.
</li><li>Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
</li><li>Experience with integrated water resources management (IWRM).
</li><li>Understanding of climate resilience, hydrological modelling, water governance, and institutional frameworks.
</li><li>Strong communication skills with ability to engage government and community stakeholders effectively.
</li><li>Demonstrated project experience in Pakistan.</li></ul>
</div><div><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>International project experience outside of Pakistan</li></ul>
</div><div><p><b>Amount of Travel Required</b></p>
<div>10%
</div></div><div><p><b>Background Check and Drug Testing Information</b></p>
<div>CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as &ldquo;CDM Smith&rdquo;) 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.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Agency Disclaimer</b></p>
<div>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.</div>
</div><div><p><b>Business Unit</b></p>
<div>ISU</div>
</div><div><p><b>Group</b></p>
<div>IDG</div>
</div><div><p><b>Assignment Category</b></p>
<div>Fulltime-Regular
</div></div><div><p><b>Employment Type</b></p>
<div>Local</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Deputy Team Leader, Pakistan

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Why CDM Smith?
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Join Us! CDM Smith &ndash; where amazing career journeys unfold.
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  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&rsquo;s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
 </p>
 <p>
  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.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Job Description
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Project Summary:
 </p>
 <p>
  The anticipated Sindh Strategic Water Plan (SSWP), supported under the Sindh Water &amp; Agriculture Transformation (SWAT) Project, aims to address Sindh&rsquo;s urgent water‑related environmental, climatic, and socio‑economic challenges. The assignment will develop an integrated, province‑wide strategic water plan that includes scenario analysis, resource management strategies, and regional IWRM plans across short‑ (5‑year), medium‑ (20‑year), and long‑term (50‑year) horizons. Should CDM Smith be successful our pursuit of this assignment, the work will involve advanced modelling for water quantity and quality, institutional and governance strengthening, flood and drought risk management, irrigation and agricultural water assessments, and comprehensive analysis of existing data using tools such as HEC models, Flow‑3D or equivalent modelling platforms.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Position Summary
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  The Deputy Team Leader (DTL) will support the Team Leader in managing and coordinating the multi‑disciplinary consulting team responsible for developing the Sindh Strategic Water Plan (SSWP). The role requires extensive technical expertise in water resources planning, strong project-management capability, and ability to work closely with government stakeholders, international specialists, and regional institutions. Should CDM Smith be awarded the contract, the D
  <strong>
   eputy Team Leader is expected to spend a significant amount of time over the 18 months duration of the project in Sindh Province
  </strong>
  for on‑the‑ground engagement, consistent with Tier‑1/Key Expert requirements.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Project Management &amp; Coordination
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Support the Team Leader in day‑to‑day management of the SSWP consultant consortium.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate technical inputs from thematic leads (WRM Planner, Environment, Agriculture, Modelling, etc.).
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure adherence to project schedule, milestones, and deliverables as outlined in the TOR (Inception, Situation Assessment, Scenario Analysis, SSWP Draft, Resource Management Strategies, Regional IWRM Plans).
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintain close working relationships with the Client (SWAT PCMU) and relevant departments (Irrigation, Agriculture, Environment, PDMA, WASA, Local Government).
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Technical Leadership
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Provide senior‑level technical oversight across water resources planning tasks.
  </li>
  <li>
   Contribute to development of the SSWP&rsquo;s vision, strategic directions, scenario frameworks, and resource management strategies.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure integration of climate change, socio‑economic analyses, groundwater, water quality, flood/drought management, and institutional elements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support harmonization of SSWP methodologies with national and provincial water policies and the evolving IWRM framework for Sindh.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Capacity Building
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Support design and implementation of stakeholder engagement plans involving government agencies, civil society, AWBs, municipalities, and academic institutions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Contribute to capacity‑building programs for government staff as required in the TOR
  </li>
  <li>
   Facilitate consensus‑building processes for regional IWRM plans.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Quality Assurance &amp; Reporting
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Assist in reviewing, consolidating, and finalizing key deliverables, such as: Inception Report, Stakeholder Engagement Report, Situation Assessment Report, Scenario Analysis Report, Draft and Final SSWP
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure high-quality analytical outputs, cross-disciplinary consistency, and compliance with TOR specifications.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Minimum Qualifications
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Advanced degree in Engineering, Environment, or a similar field.
  </li>
  <li>
   Minimum 15 years of experience in water resources planning.
  </li>
  <li>
   Significant demonstrated project‑management experience with similar large‑scale, multi‑sectoral, donor-funded planning assignments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven leadership and multi-functional team coordination ability.
  </li>
  <li>
   Fluency in English and Urdu is required.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong technical writing and analytical skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with integrated water resources management (IWRM).
  </li>
  <li>
   Understanding of climate resilience, hydrological modelling, water governance, and institutional frameworks.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong communication skills with ability to engage government and community stakeholders effectively.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated project experience in Pakistan.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Preferred Qualifications
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   International project experience outside of Pakistan
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Amount Of Travel Required
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  10%
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Background Check and Drug Testing Information
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as &ldquo;CDM Smith&rdquo;) 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.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Agency Disclaimer
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  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.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Business Unit
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  ISU
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Group
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  IDG
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Assignment Category
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Fulltime-Regular
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Employment Type
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Local
 </p>
</div>


<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Why CDM Smith?
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Join Us! CDM Smith &ndash; where amazing career journeys unfold.
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  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&rsquo;s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  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.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Job Description
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Project Summary
 </p>
 <p>
  The anticipated Sindh Strategic Water Plan (SSWP), supported under the Sindh Water &amp; Agriculture Transformation (SWAT) Project, aims to address Sindh&rsquo;s urgent water‑related environmental, climatic, and socio‑economic challenges. The assignment will develop an integrated, province‑wide strategic water plan that includes scenario analysis, resource management strategies, and regional IWRM plans across short‑ (5‑year), medium‑ (20‑year), and long‑term (50‑year) horizons. Should CDM Smith be successful our pursuit of this assignment, the work will involve advanced modelling for water quantity and quality, institutional and governance strengthening, flood and drought risk management, irrigation and agricultural water assessments, and comprehensive analysis of existing data using tools such as HEC models, Flow‑3D or equivalent modelling platforms.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  Key Expert Description
 </p>
 <p>
  We are establishing a roster of senior international water resources specialists capable of contributing to planning, analysis, modelling, and strategy development within the SSWP. Experts on this roster may support multiple technical domains including water resources planning, agricultural water management, and water resources modelling. Typical responsibilities may include contributing to scenario development, formulating regional IWRM strategies, undertaking hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, assessing irrigation and agricultural water systems, preparing resource management strategies, and participating in technical coordination within a multi‑disciplinary team. Experts may also contribute to the development of decision‑support tools, training of local counterparts, and preparation of analyses that inform strategic water policy and investment planning.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  **International and Pakistani Experts with international experience are encouraged to apply**
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Minimum Qualifications
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Advanced degree in one of the following or a closely related field:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Engineering (civil, water resources, environmental, agriculture, coastal)
  </li>
  <li>
   Hydrology
  </li>
  <li>
   Water Resources Planning
  </li>
  <li>
   Agronomy
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Minimum 15 years of professional experience in at least one of the following domains:
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Water resources planning, including regional planning and institutional development
  </li>
  <li>
   Irrigation planning and agricultural water management in arid-zone systems
  </li>
  <li>
   Hydrological and hydraulic modelling for water resource and flood planning
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  Significant and relevant experience of at least 10 years outside Pakistan.
 </p>
 <p>
  Strong ability to work within multi‑disciplinary teams and coordinate with government institutions.
 </p>
 <p>
  Capacity to communicate complex technical findings to diverse audiences, including policymakers and stakeholders.
 </p>
 <p>
  Experience delivering on-the-job training or capacity-building for modelling or planning tasks
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Preferred Qualifications
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Previous professional experience in Pakistan, specifically Sindh Province, is desirable
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to conduct scenario analysis and support development of water futures for strategic planning.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong understanding of institutional frameworks, water law, and governance considerations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in modelling tools such as Flow‑3D, HEC models, or equivalent freely available platforms.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to synthesize existing data and identify gaps requiring further action plans.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience developing resource management strategies, drought and flood risk assessments, water allocation analyses, or irrigation modernization strategies.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Amount Of Travel Required
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  15%
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Background Check and Drug Testing Information
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as &ldquo;CDM Smith&rdquo;) 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.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Agency Disclaimer
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  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.
 </p>
</div>


Call for Water Resource Experts, Pakistan

<p></p><div><div><div><div>Project Summary
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The anticipated Sindh Strategic Water Plan (SSWP), supported under the Sindh Water &amp; Agriculture Transformation (SWAT) Project, aims to address Sindh&rsquo;s urgent water‑related environmental, climatic, and socio‑economic challenges. The assignment will develop an integrated, province‑wide strategic water plan that includes scenario analysis, resource management strategies, and regional IWRM plans across short‑ (5‑year), medium‑ (20‑year), and long‑term (50‑year) horizons. Should CDM Smith be successful our pursuit of this assignment, the work will involve advanced modelling for water quantity and quality, institutional and governance strengthening, flood and drought risk management, irrigation and agricultural water assessments, and comprehensive analysis of existing data using tools such as HEC models, Flow‑3D or equivalent modelling platforms.
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Key Expert Description
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We are establishing a roster of senior international water resources specialists capable of contributing to planning, analysis, modelling, and strategy development within the SSWP. Experts on this roster may support multiple technical domains including water resources planning, agricultural water management, and water resources modelling. Typical responsibilities may include contributing to scenario development, formulating regional IWRM strategies, undertaking hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, assessing irrigation and agricultural water systems, preparing resource management strategies, and participating in technical coordination within a multi‑disciplinary team. Experts may also contribute to the development of decision‑support tools, training of local counterparts, and preparation of analyses that inform strategic water policy and investment planning.
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<ul><li>International and Pakistani Experts with international experience are encouraged to apply</li></ul><br>
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</div><div><p><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></p>
<div>Advanced degree in one of the following or a closely related field:
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<ul><li>Engineering (civil, water resources, environmental, agriculture, coastal)</li><li>Hydrology</li><li>Water Resources Planning</li><li>Agronomy</li></ul><br>
Minimum 15 years of professional experience in at least one of the following domains:
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<ul><li>Water resources planning, including regional planning and institutional development
</li><li>Irrigation planning and agricultural water management in arid-zone systems
</li><li>Hydrological and hydraulic modelling for water resource and flood planning<br>
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<ul><li>Significant and relevant experience of at least 10 years outside Pakistan.
</li><li>Strong ability to work within multi‑disciplinary teams and coordinate with government institutions.
</li><li>Capacity to communicate complex technical findings to diverse audiences, including policymakers and stakeholders.
</li><li>Experience delivering on-the-job training or capacity-building for modelling or planning tasks</li></ul></div>
</div><div><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p>
<ul><li>Previous professional experience in Pakistan, specifically Sindh Province, is desirable
</li><li>Ability to conduct scenario analysis and support development of water futures for strategic planning.
</li><li>Strong understanding of institutional frameworks, water law, and governance considerations.
</li><li>Proficiency in modelling tools such as Flow‑3D, HEC models, or equivalent freely available platforms.
</li><li>Ability to synthesize existing data and identify gaps requiring further action plans.
</li><li>Experience developing resource management strategies, drought and flood risk assessments, water allocation analyses, or irrigation modernization strategies.</li></ul>
</div><div><p><b>Amount of Travel Required</b></p>
<div>15%
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</div><div><p><b>Business Unit</b></p>
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</div><div><p><b>Group</b></p>
<div>IDG</div>
</div><div><p><b>Assignment Category</b></p>
<div>Parttime-Temporary
</div></div><div><p><b>Employment Type</b></p>
<div>Local</div></div></div></div><div></div>

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