Health Safety and Security

Health, Safety and Security (HS&S)

At CDM Smith, the health, safety and security of our people come first—always. We are committed to cultivating a culture where these priorities are deeply embedded in every level of the organization. From offices to complex construction sites, we empower our teams with the knowledge, tools and support they need to thrive.

Today’s safety landscape extends beyond hard hats and PPE. In a world of evolving risks, staying vigilant about personal and workplace security is just as essential. Whether on a job site, in the office or working remotely, every individual plays a role in protecting themselves, their colleagues, our clients and the communities we serve. To support this, CDM Smith is committed to their employees by providing free, 24/7 access to medical and security experts and services that provide real-time assistance and proactive alerts via text, email or phone in the event of natural disasters or emergency situations.

At CDM Smith, safety is not just a standard—it’s a shared responsibility and a reflection of our values. Together, we’re building a safer, more secure future for our people, our clients, and the communities we serve.

Our disciplined and proactive approach has earned industry recognition and consistently outperforms national benchmarks. These achievements reflect our unwavering commitment to ensuring that every team member and client returns home safely, every day. Elements of our successful HS&S program include:

Leadership of the Corporate HS&S Officer, unit presidents and network of HS&S managers in every business unit
Comprehensive HS&S training
Accurate reporting, analysis and investigations
Medical surveillance program overseen by a board-certified occupational physician
Project health, safety and security plans

CDM Smith has received numerous awards from the National Safety Council. To qualify for the Occupational Excellence Achievement Award, organizations must maintain a lost workday incident rate equal to or less than 50 percent of the industry average. Perfect Record Awards require 12 months or more of work with no lost time injuries or illnesses. Million Work Hours Awards recognize organizations or projects that have worked more than one million hours without a lost time injury. Certificate of Merit Awards provide recognition of outstanding safety practices and performance. The Superior Safety Performance Award required 10 years without a lost time injury. Safety Leadership awards required 5+ years without a lost time injury.

2024 National Safety Council Awards