PFAS Technical Director: Lead Site Remediation

ERM; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 156,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Technical Director for PFAS site investigation and remediation to lead technical excellence across North America and globally. You will help shape strategy, guide regulatory interactions, and mentor teams while delivering cutting-edge remediation solutions.

In this role you will oversee design and implementation of remedies for soil, groundwater, vapor and sediment, evaluate technologies, and drive business development with major industrial clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in chemical engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or Hydrogeology.
• 8+ years of consulting experience (15+ preferred) with complex site investigation/remediation.
• Proven PFAS expertise demonstrated through publications, conference presentations, or thought leadership.
• Strong track record in remediation design, regulatory interaction, and client relationship management.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership skills.
• Current HAZWOPER 40-hour and OSHA 30-hour certifications.

Responsibilities

• Act as SME for PFAS across 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 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

PFAS expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Geology or Hydrogeology

Job description

ERM is seeking a Technical Director for PFAS site investigation and remediation to lead technical excellence across North America and globally. You will help shape strategy, guide regulatory interactions, and mentor teams while delivering cutting-edge remediation solutions.

In this role you will oversee design and implementation of remedies for soil, groundwater, vapor and sediment, evaluate technologies, and drive business development with major industrial clients.