CDM Smith Expands R&D Lab by 1,100 Sq Ft, Appoints New Program Manager
Event summary
- CDM Smith expanded its Research and Testing Laboratory in Bellevue, Washington, by 1,100 square feet to support R&D and client innovation.
- The lab focuses on developing and scaling technologies for water, wastewater, PFAS, and emerging contaminant challenges.
- Teri Myers, Ph.D., PMP, was appointed as the new R&D Program Manager, bringing expertise in $22M+ PFAS research initiatives.
The big picture
CDM Smith's lab expansion underscores a strategic focus on innovation to tackle growing environmental and infrastructure challenges. The appointment of Teri Myers signals a push toward leveraging multidisciplinary research partnerships, aligning with broader industry trends in sustainable engineering solutions.
What we're watching
- Innovation Output
- How the expanded lab capacity will accelerate the development of scalable solutions for complex environmental challenges.
- Leadership Impact
- Whether Teri Myers' expertise in PFAS research can drive breakthroughs in addressing emerging contaminants.
- Client Adoption
- The pace at which clients adopt the new technologies developed through the expanded R&D program.