Environmental Remediation & Emergency Response Lead

PNE; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company matching

Paid training and certifications

Profit sharing up to $2,000 per year

Job summary

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC seeks a Department Manager – Environmental Remediation & Emergency Response to lead CCS’s remediation and emergency response operations. This role owns the department P&L, develops bids and project plans, and drives performance with strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a track record of improving productivity, safety, and profitability across multiple sites in the Pacific Northwest.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in environmental science, geology, construction management, business, or related field.
• 5+ years in environmental remediation or related field operations.
• 3+ years managing field crews and projects with KPI improvement.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.
• Experience directing remediation and emergency response projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily remediation operations and workflow across the regional service area.
• Establish department priorities and operating plans with Regional Operations Manager.
• Maintain hands‑on presence through job walks and client meetings.
• Own the department budget and P&L, including forecasts and profitability.
• Develop estimates, bids, scopes, and quotes; manage change orders.
• Plan and schedule labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors.
• Oversee remediation work plans, sampling, agency coordination, and closure docs.
• Coordinate with Safety Department on training and compliance.
• Build and maintain customer relationships and support business development.
• Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and staffing decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client relationships

Strategic planning

Budgeting & P&L

Proposal & cost estimates

Safety & regulatory

Contract & change orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred (env science / geology / construction management / business)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC seeks a Department Manager – Environmental Remediation & Emergency Response to lead CCS’s remediation and emergency response operations. This role owns the department P&L, develops bids and project plans, and drives performance with strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a track record of improving productivity, safety, and profitability across multiple sites in the Pacific Northwest.