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What we value

Our core values and culture shape the way we work and the tomorrow we believe in.

What we value

Our core values and culture shape the way we work and the tomorrow we believe in.

At CDM Smith, what we value influences everything we do, from how we work together to how we show up for our clients and communities. Whether we're solving tough challenges or building lasting partnerships, our core values guide us every step of the way. While we're proud of our 75+ year history, we're always looking ahead. We keep evolving, driven by what matters most and finding new ways to do even more together.

Our core values

Our values are the principles we live by, shaping our decisions, strengthening our partnerships and guiding how we grow.

Integrity

We believe in honest and respectful interactions with our clients, colleagues and community. We proudly stand behind all that we do.

Shared Commitment

We hold ourselves and each other accountable to do and be our very best. We expect a lot from CDM Smith and the firm expects a lot from each of us.

Initiative

We are empowered to act and make an impact. Leadership at all levels is valued and expected.

Teamwork

Working together allows us to achieve even greater results for our clients and ourselves. We believe in building relationships and fostering collaboration.

Excellence

We give our all to everything we do. Superior performance is the bar we set for ourselves every day.

A culture shaped by every voice

Inclusion is a vital part of our culture at CDM Smith. We create space for every voice to be heard, every perspective to be valued and progress to be made together. Our  Culture and Community Report reflects our continued focus on ensuring every team member feels welcomed, supported and included. Our report highlights our achievements and accomplishments which reflect our shared commitment and the strength of our culture, rooted in our core values.

Including You: Our Culture and Community Report

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Bringing our culture to life

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Cultural Threads Blog

Culture is woven in everyday moments, shared wins and personal journeys. Our Cultural Threads blog celebrates the tapestry of voices that make us CDM Smith.

Experience Our Culture

More Than Work

Our More Than Work series spotlights our everyday superheroes. Talented and passionate people who go above and beyond each day, inside and outside of work, for their clients, colleagues and communities.

Watch the Series

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Culture of giving

CDM Smith Cares is an employee-led volunteer outreach program that supports communities and improves quality of life through local efforts and personal touchpoints.

How We Give

One of our major recruiting objectives is to ensure that our workforce reflects the communities we live in and serve. To accomplish this, we have developed partnerships with diverse student organization chapters and universities.

Recruiting the best:

Our commitment to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment

CDM Smith is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying and retaliation (victimization), and providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants in accordance with governing laws in the countries in which we operate. All employees will be treated with dignity and respect and receive fair and consistent treatment regardless of where they work.

Learn more about policies that support our diversity and inclusion efforts:

Our commitment to sustainability

Our mission is to deliver sustainable, resilient solutions that protect the environment, strengthen communities and drive economic growth. This commitment shapes not only our projects but the values and everyday decisions that define our culture.

Learn more about our sustainability efforts:

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Our culture is built by the people who live it. We'd love to connect with you!

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