Dave Neitz

Chief Information Officer, CDM Smith

Mr. Neitz is CIO at CDM Smith, a leading engineering and construction firm that provides lasting and integrated solutions in water, environment, transportation, energy and facilities to public and private clients worldwide. He is responsible for all aspects of the firm’s Business Technology practice, including a transformative Digital Capital strategy that creates value and delivers business outcomes. His focus on innovation has resulted in the application of new disruptive technologies and processes that capture digital assets and provide new visualization and collaboration capabilities, resulting in superior results for the firm’s clients. 

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Prior to joining CDM Smith, David was CIO for MWH Global where he transformed IT into as trusted business partner by focusing on business outcomes. 

In recognition of his accomplishments, David was selected by MIT for their 2016 CIO Leadership Award, Finalist for Boston ORBIE award for Global CIO of the Year in 2017, ComputerWorld Magazine as one of their “Premier 100 IT Leaders” in 2011 and CIO Magazine as their “Ones to Watch Award” for 2010.  In addition, David received the Standout award for “Change Leadership” by CIO Magazine.  He holds an M.B.A from University of Colorado Executive MBA program.