J.S. Held LLC

Technical Director – Environmental Investigation, Remediation

J.S. Held LLC

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Portland • Oregon • United States

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Salary

💰 $145,000 - $190,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead the planning, direction, and execution of complex environmental investigation and remediation projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Provide expert-level technical guidance on contaminant fate and transport, geology, geochemistry, hydrogeology, engineering principles, and other relevant physical sciences.
  • Develop conceptual site models, evaluate remedial technologies, forecast project needs, and prepare detailed cost estimates.
  • Oversee and review technical reports including remedial investigations, feasibility studies, cleanup action plans, and state-specific regulatory documentation.
  • Ensure application of state and federal environmental standards to achieve regulatory closure or client-specific outcomes.
  • Establish and maintain internal health and safety, quality control, and technical standards for the practice.
  • Cultivate and expand relationships with clients, referral sources, industry partners, and centers of influence—serving as a trusted technical advisor.
  • Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities aligned with practice growth objectives.
  • Represent the firm in key client meetings, professional associations, and industry events to enhance visibility and market presence.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and performance assessment for technical staff across project phases.
  • Mentor team members in technical development, project management, and client engagement.

Requirements

  • Degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • Professional licensure (PE, PG, or equivalent) preferred
  • Significant experience in environmental investigation and remediation, including managing complex projects
  • Strong technical understanding of contaminant behavior, hydrogeology, and remediation methods
  • Proven ability to develop business and maintain strong client relationships (seller–doer model)
  • Experience leading teams and mentoring technical staff
  • Strong communication and project management skills
  • Ability to travel as needed for client meetings and field oversight.
Benefits
  • Flexible work environment, including the ability to work remotely when needed
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Commuter benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
environmental investigationremediationcontaminant fate and transportgeologygeochemistryhydrogeologyengineering principlesremedial technologiescost estimationproject management
Soft Skills
leadershipcoachingperformance assessmentclient relationship managementcommunicationmentoringbusiness developmentteam managementtechnical guidancerelationship building
Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE)Professional Geologist (PG)