Remediation & Emergency Response Lead

Pacific Northern Environmental LLC (PNE); Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid leave for qualifying employees

Profit sharing

Company events

Job summary

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC, through Cowlitz Clean Sweep, seeks a Department Manager for Environmental Remediation & Emergency Response. The role combines hands‑on leadership, technical remediation expertise, financial accountability, and a commitment to clients and staff.

The role may be based in Longview, Tacoma, or Portland, with Longview as the primary base. Strong background in hazardous‑waste, soil remediation, emergency response, and regulatory coordination is required.

Qualifications

• Five (5) plus years of experience in environmental remediation, industrial environmental services, or closely related field operations.
• Three (3) years of experience managing field crews and projects in remediation, environmental services, construction, or a comparable industrial setting.
• Excellent leadership skills, including goal setting, motivating, training and mentorship.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily remediation operations and workflow across the regional service area.
• Own the department budget and P&L, including forecasts, revenue goals, cost controls, productivity, profitability.
• Develop estimates, bids, scopes, and quotes; approve work within delegated authority.
• Plan and schedule labor, equipment, rentals, materials, subcontractors, and other resources.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, geology, construction management, business, or a related field is preferred but not required

Job description

Pacific Northern Environmental, LLC, through Cowlitz Clean Sweep, seeks a Department Manager for Environmental Remediation & Emergency Response. The role combines hands‑on leadership, technical remediation expertise, financial accountability, and a commitment to clients and staff.

The role may be based in Longview, Tacoma, or Portland, with Longview as the primary base. Strong background in hazardous‑waste, soil remediation, emergency response, and regulatory coordination is required.