Site Lead: Remediation & Demolition Field Expert

ERM; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM in Indianapolis, Indiana, seeks a Consultant, Remediation and Demolition Site Lead to oversee field execution of remediation, construction, decommissioning, decontamination and demolition projects. You will be the on-site leader, coordinating plan development, contractor oversight, and safety programs in a dynamic, safety‑driven environment.

Travel up to 75% is required; you’ll work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver compliant, high‑quality outcomes while advancing your field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering (chemical/civil/structural) or related field with 3+ years of project experience.
• Experience in heavy construction, demolition, or remediation projects and health & safety leadership.
• Strong commitment to safety and ability to travel up to 75% with three-week field rotations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills; able to pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Plan and support Site Investigation and Remediation (SIR) projects, including developing scopes of work, reviewing contractor work plans, evaluating scope alternatives, and updating schedules.
• Review contractor submittals (RFIs, change orders, submittals) and manage adherence to project specs and schedules.
• Support site investigations and sampling to identify hazardous materials requiring special handling.
• Lead field safety efforts: develop health and safety plans, monitor protocols, conduct daily safety briefings.
• Coordinate field personnel with Project Managers; support client meetings and progress reporting; assist with business development, proposals, and contracting.
• Complete required training: ERM Field Safety Officer Training, 40h OSHA HAZWOPER, CPR/First Aid, etc.

Skills

Field leadership

Health & safety

Contractor oversight

Project planning

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Geology / Environmental Science

Tools

HAZWOPER training

Job description

ERM in Indianapolis, Indiana, seeks a Consultant, Remediation and Demolition Site Lead to oversee field execution of remediation, construction, decommissioning, decontamination and demolition projects. You will be the on-site leader, coordinating plan development, contractor oversight, and safety programs in a dynamic, safety‑driven environment.

Travel up to 75% is required; you’ll work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver compliant, high‑quality outcomes while advancing your field