Director – Environmental Remediation

We are seeking a commercially driven and technically accomplished Director to join our Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) team in California. This is a high-impact entrepreneurial leadership role ideal for a professional with deep expertise in Environmental Remediation combined with a strong track record in client development strategic growth and market expansion.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the growth and profitability of our Liability Management & Remediation practice across California and the broader Western U.S. - delivering high-quality technical solutions cultivating client relationships and building a high-performing team to support long-term success.

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Develop and execute a strategic plan to expand EH&S services across California and the Western U.S.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities leveraging your industry network and market insight.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to shape service offerings go-to-market strategies and regional positioning.

Client Development & Commercial Impact

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients across sectors including real estate energy legal construction manufacturing and public agencies.
• Lead proposal development client presentations and contract negotiations to secure high-value projects.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic account management and cross-functional collaboration.

Technical Oversight & Delivery

Oversee and contribute to a wide range of environmental remediation projects including:

• Site investigations and remedial assessments (e.g. Phase I/II ESAs RCRA CERCLA Brownfields).
• Soil groundwater and vapor intrusion assessments and remediation.
• Risk-based corrective action (RBCA) and remediation system design and implementation.
• Ensure technical excellence regulatory compliance and client satisfaction throughout all project phases - from investigation through closure.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the planning execution and delivery of complex remediation projects across industrial commercial and public sector sites.
• Develop and implement QA/QC protocols to ensure data integrity and regulatory defensibility.
• Provide strategic guidance on emerging remediation technologies sustainability practices and evolving regulatory frameworks.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of technical rigor innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with clients to define project objectives manage expectations and deliver cost-effective site-specific solutions.
• Track and report KPIs to evaluate project performance budget adherence and long-term outcomes.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Environmental Science Geology Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in environmental consulting with a strong emphasis on site investigation remediation and regulatory compliance.
• Proven success managing complex remediation projects under California regulatory frameworks including:
• DTSC (Department of Toxic Substances Control) oversight for hazardous waste and site mitigation.
• CalEPA and CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) compliance for environmental impact assessments.
• RWQCB (Regional Water Quality Control Boards) coordination for groundwater and surface water remediation.
• Experience with Brownfield redevelopment voluntary cleanup agreements and cost recovery strategies.
• Professional certifications highly desirable:
• PG (Professional Geologist) or PE (Professional Engineer) licensed in California.
• Strong understanding of California-specific programs such as:
• TRRP (Toxicity Reduction and Remediation Planning)
• CLRRA (California Land Reuse and Revitalization Act)
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams mentor junior staff and manage multi-stakeholder projects.
• Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel within California to support client engagements and regulatory meetings.

Additional Information :

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our teams needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely when needed
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $190k - $210k. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset experience training location scope of role management responsibility etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal! J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time