Technical Director – Environmental Investigation, Remediation

J.S. Held LLC

Technical Director leading Environmental Investigation & Remediation practice at J.S. Held.

Posted 4/10/2026full-timeRemote • Portland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $145,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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

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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)