CDM Smith Promotes Samir Mathur to Lead Technical Services Unit
Event summary
- Samir Mathur, a 32-year veteran of CDM Smith, named President of the firm's Technical Services Unit on March 23, 2026.
- Mathur previously led the global water reclamation practice, overseeing the firm’s largest wastewater projects.
- He holds advanced degrees in environmental engineering and physics, with extensive industry conference experience.
The big picture
CDM Smith’s promotion of Mathur underscores its push for technical excellence and digital innovation in water and wastewater management. The move aligns with broader industry trends toward smart infrastructure solutions and talent retention in engineering services. Mathur’s deep project experience positions him to drive operational efficiency in a sector increasingly reliant on specialized expertise.
What we're watching
- Digital Integration
- How Mathur will accelerate CDM Smith’s digital solutions in technical services.
- Talent Investment
- Whether Mathur’s mentorship focus can sustain CDM Smith’s industry leadership.
- Project Delivery
- The pace at which Mathur’s technical leadership impacts large-scale wastewater projects.