Founded in 1974, CDM is a consulting, engineering, construction and operations firm that offers services for public and private clients worldwide. It has a staff of more than 4,000 professional staff worldwide. The company provides consulting, engineering, construction and operations services in water, wastewater, water resources and asset management, flood protection and the environment to serve the needs of its public- and private-sector clients worldwide. CDM plans, designs, builds and operates facilities to meet complex water and wastewater management needs. It crafts integrated water resources management strategies to make the most of limited resources while serving multiple stakeholders. CDM has been recognized by the American Academy of Environmental Engineers, American Council of Engineering Companies and Design-Build Institute of America.