Why CDM Smith?
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
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
CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect to join our Corporate Business Technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and governing the firm’s enterprise application architecture, ensuring alignment with our strategic IT direction through a Microsoft-centric, cloud-first approach. You will lead the development of architectural roadmaps, standards, and governance models grounded in
TOGAF principles, driving clear alignment between business capabilities and technology investments.
This individual will partner closely with business and technology stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and integrated solutions across the enterprise application portfolio. Leveraging platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot, you will define enterprise application strategy, establish architecture principles and governance frameworks, and align business capabilities, application portfolios, and IT roadmaps.
Additionally, you will utilize ServiceNow APM and Enterprise Architecture modules to manage application portfolios, lead rationalization efforts, and perform capability mapping. You will also evaluate emerging Microsoft and partner technologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Architecture & Design
Amount Of Travel Required
0%
Skills And Abilities
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
$150,155
Pay Range Maximum
$262,787
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
COR
Group
COR
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
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
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
CDM Smith is seeking a Lead Enterprise Architect to join our Corporate Business Technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and governing the firm’s enterprise application architecture, ensuring alignment with our strategic IT direction through a Microsoft-centric, cloud-first approach. You will lead the development of architectural roadmaps, standards, and governance models grounded in
TOGAF principles, driving clear alignment between business capabilities and technology investments.
This individual will partner closely with business and technology stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and integrated solutions across the enterprise application portfolio. Leveraging platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and Copilot, you will define enterprise application strategy, establish architecture principles and governance frameworks, and align business capabilities, application portfolios, and IT roadmaps.
Additionally, you will utilize ServiceNow APM and Enterprise Architecture modules to manage application portfolios, lead rationalization efforts, and perform capability mapping. You will also evaluate emerging Microsoft and partner technologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organization.
Architecture & Design
- Develops enterprise architecture blueprints across business, application, data, and technology layers.
- Designs integration patterns across enterprise systems leveraging Azure services (APIM, Logic Apps, etc.).
- Defines reference architectures, reusable patterns, and solution guardrails.
- Ensures alignment of solutions to enterprise standards, security, and scalability requirements.
- Documents architecture standards, roadmaps, and solution patterns.
- Maintains architecture artifacts within ServiceNow EA/APM or equivalent tooling.
- Establishes governance processes for architecture review boards (ARB) and solution approvals.
- Provides oversight to ensure adherence to architectural standards (no direct code review responsibility).
- Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture standards and target-state roadmaps.
- Acts as a trusted advisor to delivery teams and stakeholders.
- Identifies risks, dependencies, and integration challenges across platforms.
- Drives continuous improvement of architecture maturity and practices.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Bachelor’s Degree optional
- 8 years of related experience.
Amount Of Travel Required
0%
Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated experience in enterprise architecture, application architecture, or related roles
- Strong understanding and implementing of TOGAF or similar enterprise architecture frameworks
- Deep expertise in Microsoft ecosystem including Azure (IaaS/PaaS, Integration Services); Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Copilot
- Experience with Microsoft cloud platforms
- Experience with ServiceNow APM / Enterprise Architecture module
- Ability to translate business strategy into capability models and architecture roadmaps
- Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills
- Expertise in integration architecture and cloud-native design patterns
- Experience with application portfolio management and rationalization
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
$150,155
Pay Range Maximum
$262,787
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
COR
Group
COR
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
About the company
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CDM Smith is shaping what’s next, now, with world class solutions in water, environment, transportation and energy to public and private clients worldwide. As a full-service engineering and construction firm, we’re staying ahead of the curve of tomorrow’s changing needs and implementing lasting impacts today that propel forward our client services, quality results and enduring value across the entire project life cycle.
Visit https://www.cdmsmith.com to discover how we're shaping the now together.