Technical Director: PFAS Remediation & Strategy Lead

ERM; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Technical Director in the PFAS domain to lead site investigation and remediation initiatives on a global scale. You will guide regulatory interactions, shape strategy, and oversee remedial designs across soil, groundwater, vapor, and sediment, partnering with major industrial clients to deliver innovative solutions.

You will mentor cross-functional teams, drive go-to-market efforts for emerging contaminants, and contribute to ERM’s reputation as a leader in environmental

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, geology, or hydrogeology.
• 8+ years consulting experience (15+ preferred) with PFAS site investigation/remediation exposure.
• PFAS expertise demonstrated via publications, presentations, or thought leadership.
• Strong remediation design, regulatory interaction, and client relationship skills.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and leadership.
• Current Health & Safety certifications (HAZWOPER 40-hour and OSHA 30-hour).

Responsibilities

• Act as 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

PFAS expertise

Executive leadership

Client relations

Regulatory guidance

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in relevant field

Job description

ERM is seeking a Technical Director in the PFAS domain to lead site investigation and remediation initiatives on a global scale. You will guide regulatory interactions, shape strategy, and oversee remedial designs across soil, groundwater, vapor, and sediment, partnering with major industrial clients to deliver innovative solutions.

You will mentor cross-functional teams, drive go-to-market efforts for emerging contaminants, and contribute to ERM’s reputation as a leader in environmental