Sediment Remediation and Waterfront Development Practice Lead

Geosyntec Consultants; Bloomfield (NJ); Hybrid; USD 147,935 - 271,495; Full time

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants in Pennington/Bloomfield NJ (hybrid) seeks a Sediment Remediation and Waterfront Practice Lead to grow national practice and lead complex projects from assessment to implementation. You will mentor staff, guide client relations, and engage with regulators while delivering cost-effective solutions.

The role requires deep CERCLA knowledge, 10+ years in environmental consulting, and PE/PG licensure with strong communication skills and travel willingness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years (15+ years preferred) of direct environmental consulting experience.
• Detailed understanding of CERCLA and applicable state regulations.
• Established client relationships and regulatory personnel contacts.
• Ability to develop and execute business development strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to grow the sediment remediation and waterfront practice.
• Build relationships with clients and regulators to position Geosyntec as a leader.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities via proposals and networking.
• Oversee complex projects from site assessment through remediation design and implementation.
• Provide senior technical oversight on contaminated sediment evaluations.
• Manage budgets, schedules, quality control, and profitability.
• Prepare designs and strategies for sediment and waterfront projects.
• Mentor early- and mid-career staff and manage subcontractors.
• Represent Geosyntec at conferences and professional forums.

Skills

Environmental consulting

CERCLA knowledge

Client relationship building

Regulatory familiarity

Written communication

Project leadership

Travel willingness

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/geology

Professional licensure (PE/PG)

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Sediment Remediation and Waterfront Development Practice Lead to join our Sediment and Waterfront practice, based in one of our Pennington, NJ; Bloomfield, NJ; or Columbia, MD offices. The role may include a hybrid schedule and is business‑mindful, tackling innovative and challenging projects across design, permitting, and construction stages.

The successful candidate will collaborate with our network of sediment management engineers and scientists to grow the Sediment Remediation practice nationwide, provide technical expertise to clients, and mentor staff while managing complex projects from site assessment to implementation.

Geosyntec is an international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public sectors, known for technical leadership and exceptional client service. We invest in our people, offering competitive pay, benefits, and well‑being programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to grow Geosyntec's sediment remediation and waterfront practice.
• Build and strengthen relationships with key existing and new clients and regulatory agencies to position Geosyntec as a trusted industry leader.
• Identify and pursue business development opportunities through proposal preparation, client presentations, and industry networking.
• Oversee and manage complex sediment remediation and waterfront development projects, including site assessment, feasibility studies, remediation design, and implementation.
• Provide senior technical oversight on contaminated sediment evaluations and develop innovative approaches for site restoration.
• Manage project and task planning, including budgeting, schedule adherence, quality control, client satisfaction, and profitability.
• Prepare and implement designs and strategies for sediment and waterfront projects.
• Develop work plans, evaluate data, and write technical reports for a variety of contaminated sediment and remediation projects.
• Review and manage written document production to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver client‑focused, cost‑effective solutions on time and within budget.
• Mentor, guide, and motivate early‑ and mid‑career staff while managing subcontractors.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, fostering trust‑based, long‑term relationships.
• Represent Geosyntec at industry conferences, professional organizations, and public forums.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, chemical, or environmental preferred) or geology. (required)
• Advanced degree in the same field. (preferred)
• Professional registration (PE or PG). (required)

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• At least 10 years (15+ years preferred) of direct environmental consulting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
• Detailed understanding of CERCLA and other applicable state regulations. (required)
• Established relationships with clients and regulatory personnel. (required)
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute business development strategies, including winning new clients and obtaining repeat business. (required)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and client presentations. (required)
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and willingness to travel as needed. (required)
• Field experience, including oversight of environmental sampling, remediation system implementation, and contractor management. (preferred)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client‑driven drug and background testing may be required.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

Compensation and Benefits

This opportunity will be posted for at least five days. The typical base salary range for this position varies by location:

• Minimum Salary: $135,070 /year; Maximum Salary: $247,885 /year (Columbia, MD)
• Minimum Salary: $141,505 /year; Maximum Salary: $259,690 /year (Pennington, NJ)
• Minimum Salary: $147,935 /year; Maximum Salary: $271,495 /year (Bloomfield, NJ)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible employees.