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CDW Promotes Three Environmental Services Employees
Bryant Dana has been promoted to Assistant Project Manager. Bryant joined CDW in the fall of 2022 and has been a valued contributor to field services over the past two-plus years. He has successfully completed certification as a licensed asbestos inspector and has worked on numerous building science projects and geo-environmental assessment projects. He has become an integral part of CDW's Massport team, assisting with the various and dynamic tasks that occur regularly at Logan Airport.
Trevor Russo (left) and Mitchell Lockwood joined CDW at the same time in the fall of 2023. They have demonstrated strong work ethics, positive attitudes, and critical thinking skills. Both have been promoted to Environmental Scientist II.
Trevor has taken the lead on important regulatory facility inspections for RCRA, NPDES/SWPPP, and SPCC, particularly for the Keolis. Mitchell has become a valuable contributor to project permitting analysis In addition to general field service assistance.
Congratulations to all three on your well-earned promotions. It is a pleasure to have you as part of the CDW team that has been running strong for 35 years! And we're hiring. Please visit our Careers Page for current listings.
Emily Straley Hired as Director of Environmental Services
CDW is pleased to annouce that Emily Straley has joined CDW as Director of Environmental Services. A geologist by degree, Emily has worked in the environmental consulting field for two decades. She is a Licensed Site Professional (LSP) and her technical expertise covers environmental site assessment, remediation, soil and groundwater management, UST removal oversight, construction-phase soil and groundwater management and multidisciplinary design projects. She has served in the capacity of Project Manager and Team Leader in her past work tenures. She is stepping into her new role at CDW previously held by Bill Betters, who will continue as Chief Operating Officer.
CDW President & CEO Kathy Campbell had the chance to introduce Emily to scores of transportation sector professionals at the WTS Boston Chapter 2025 New Year's Reception in January. Pictured with Kathy and Emily are (left to right) Marcia Kelly of Kleinfelder and Estey Masten of HDR.
August 2024
Since joining the CDW team two years ago as an Accounting Assistant, Holli Knight has demonstrated excellence and persistence at her position, learning rapidly and being a reliable problem solver for colleagues and clients alike. She is CDW's go-to for our growing portfolio of MBTA and MassDOT project invoicing, as well as Project Management support to continue to improve efficiency. Holli is a valuable asset to the team and we look forward to her future success in her expanded role as Project Coordinator.
Holli Knight Promoted to Project Coordinator
April 2024
Transportation Movers and Shakers Present Latest Innovations
Great connections were made and technologies exhibited at the 2024 MassDOT Transportation Innovation Conference in Worcester. Thanks to Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation Monica Tibbits-Nutt, the event's keynote speaker, for stopping by the CDW booth to chat with President & CEO Kathy Campbell and Marketing Manager Betsy Lawson. The annual forum for innovative transportation systems, management ideas, and initiatives is an opportunity for transportation practitioners to share knowledge, sponsor peer-to-peer learning, and collaborate on issues of mutual interest. Join CDW at MassDOT's 2024 Moving Together Conference in Boston this Fall.
March 2024
Summer Internships and Full-time Positions Available
Hiring managers Bill Betters and Betsy Lawson from CDW connected with future environmental and engineering professionals at the Environmental, Energy, and Engineering Career Fair on March 4. Sponsored by the Environmental Business Council of New England, the event attracted hundreds of students and recent alumni from a range of environmental and engineering fields and disciplines seeking paid internships and full-time employment. Weren't able to make it? Check out our Careers Page and forward your resume for consideration.
Congratulations to CDW's Newest EIT!
Please join CDW in congratulating Pietra Souza who passed her Fundamentals of Engineering exam. This a critical step towards achieving a Professional Engineers license. With this milestone completed, she is permitted to add EIT after her name. Well done, Pietra, so glad to have you on the CDW team. Keep up the good work!
February 2024
Creating Just and Equitable Transportation Systems
CDW is a proud sponsor of the WTS Boston Chapter. The February WTS luncheon in Boston featured Reggie Ramos speaking about her experiences as the head of Transportation For Massachusetts, a statewide coalition focused on creating just and equitable transportation systems. Prior to joining T4MA in 2023, Ramos served in roles at the MBTA and the Institute for Human Centered Design in Boston, launching expanded Fairmount Line service and free bus projects and contributing to subway, light rail, and commuter rail station design to ensure access for people with disabilities.
