PFAS Technical Director — Global Remediation Strategy

ERM; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 156,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Technical Director, PFAS SME, to lead PFAS site investigation and remediation across North America and globally. You will guide regulatory interactions, mentor teams, and shape global PFAS strategies while overseeing cutting-edge remedial designs for contaminated soils, groundwater, and sediments.

This role emphasizes technical excellence, client leadership, and the ability to advance ERM’s leadership in environmental consulting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, geology, or hydrogeology.
• Minimum 8 years of consulting experience (15+ preferred) with significant exposure to complex site investigation/remediation projects.
• Proven expertise in PFAS, demonstrated through publications, conference presentations, or recognized thought leadership.
• Strong track record in remediation design, regulatory interaction, and client relationship management.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
• Current Health & Safety certifications (HAZWOPER 40-hour and OSHA 30-hour).

Responsibilities

• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for PFAS across diverse projects, including site investigation, remediation, product stewardship, and compliance.
• Collaborate with North American leadership to shape and execute global PFAS strategies.
• Oversee design and implementation of remedial solutions for soil, groundwater, vapor, and sediment contamination using cutting-edge technologies.
• Evaluate remedial technologies for site-specific feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare technical proposals, lead business development initiatives, and strengthen client partnerships.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to project teams, ensuring technical excellence and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

HAZWOPER 40-hour

OSHA 30-hour

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Geology / Hydrogeology

Job description

ERM is seeking a Technical Director, PFAS SME, to lead PFAS site investigation and remediation across North America and globally. You will guide regulatory interactions, mentor teams, and shape global PFAS strategies while overseeing cutting-edge remedial designs for contaminated soils, groundwater, and sediments.

This role emphasizes technical excellence, client leadership, and the ability to advance ERM’s leadership in environmental consulting.