Team Lead, Site Investigation and Remediation Jobs

Discover senior opportunities for Team Leads in Site Investigation and Remediation on Ladders. These professionals guide environmental assessment and cleanup programs, helping organizations understand site conditions, manage risk, and meet regulatory requirements. Explore vetted roles paying $100,000 or more with employers seeking experienced technical and project leaders.

What Does a Site Investigation and Remediation Team Lead Do?

Team leads coordinate site investigations and remediation projects from planning through completion. They may oversee environmental sampling, data analysis, risk assessments, remedial design, fieldwork, and progress reporting. In addition to providing technical direction, they manage schedules and budgets, coordinate consultants and contractors, communicate with clients and regulators, and support compliance with applicable environmental regulations.

Qualifications and Skills Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek a degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a related discipline, along with substantial experience in environmental consulting, contaminated-site assessment, or remediation. Depending on the role and location, professional credentials or licenses may be preferred. Valuable skills include project and team management, knowledge of environmental regulations, technical report writing, stakeholder communication, and the ability to interpret complex site data.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Team Lead roles can be found across environmental consulting, engineering, construction, energy, manufacturing, and government-related organizations. Depending on the employer, scope, location, and experience required, these positions may lead to broader responsibilities in program management, environmental practice leadership, or consulting operations. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates focus their search on senior-level opportunities.

Find Your Next Role on Ladders

Browse Team Lead, Site Investigation and Remediation jobs to find opportunities aligned with your environmental expertise and leadership experience. Review role requirements, compare openings, and explore positions designed for professionals ready to guide complex investigation and cleanup programs.

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$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading innovative municipal conveyance designs for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while managing proj...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the design and management of municipal conveyance projects, leading technical efforts on storm, sanitary, and watermain systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables whi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading innovative municipal conveyance designs for water and wastewater infrastructure. Drive projects from concept to construction while mentoring junior designers and ensuring qu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and execution of complex municipal conveyance projects, guiding a team through all phases from conceptualization to construction, while ensuring compliance with environmental standards...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $188K *

Drive impactful vapor intrusion investigations and remediation projects, leading technical teams and managing client relationships. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $188K *

Lead vapor intrusion investigations and remediation projects, ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance while managing client relationships and mentoring junior staff in a dynamic consul...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $188K *

Drive your career with a leading role in vapor intrusion investigations and remediation. Lead projects, manage teams, and collaborate with diverse clients while delivering innovative environmental sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Innovate by leading a dynamic team in environmental and social impact assessments. Drive operational excellence, enhance client relationships, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while ensu...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $145K *

Transform mission assurance by leading cyber terrain assessments, analyzing operational risks, and coordinating with stakeholders to enhance DoD mission effectiveness. Drive project timelines and qual...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful public-sector construction projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring quality delivery from inception to closeout...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive success in major IT programs by leading planning, execution, and resource management. Collaborate with teams to ensure technical milestones and budgets are met, while fostering innovation and st...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance EHS initiatives by guiding a dedicated team, ensuring effective management systems, conducting safety audits, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in health and safety protocols a...

Pickering, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project management processes for diverse aerospace construction initiatives. Lead from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while collaborating with clients...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$123K - $145K *

Drive senior-level decision-making and technical guidance in environmental water treatment, managing regulatory risks and leading a team to ensure compliance across multiple facilities. Collaborate wi...

Sparwood, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by managing complex aerospace construction initiatives. Oversee planning, design, and execution for multiuse facilities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of the quality program for a large electrical project, leading inspections, managing nonconformance resolutions, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while fostering a safety...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Lead impactful environmental programs as a Senior Program Manager, overseeing a team and managing client portfolios. Drive growth and profitability while ensuring compliance and fostering relationship...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Oversee and manage environmental programs, leading a team of 10-15 while driving growth and profitability. Engage with clients and agencies to enhance service delivery and expand business opportunitie...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing statewide environmental programs, overseeing a team of professionals while driving growth and profitability. Engage with clients and agencies to deliver innovative solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate environmental solutions by leading reclamation and remediation projects, fostering client relationships, and driving business development in Alberta's dynamic landscape. Utilize your expertise...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $160K *

Drive innovative geotechnical solutions for mine waste management. Lead teams in designing and implementing projects, ensuring safety and compliance while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating...

Vancouver, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative geotechnical solutions for mining projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to ensure safe and sust...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in geotechnical engineering for mining projects, focusing on tailings storage facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and efficiency while mentoring junio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Shape the future of mining projects by leading geotechnical design and risk assessments for tailings storage facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while cont...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Shape the future of mining by leading geotechnical projects focused on tailings storage facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovative solutions in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Team Lead in Site Investigation and Remediation do?question toggle

    A Team Lead plans and oversees environmental site assessments and remediation projects. Responsibilities may include guiding field investigations, reviewing data, coordinating cleanup work, managing project teams and budgets, and communicating with clients, contractors, and regulators.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for these jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a degree in environmental science, geology, engineering, or a related field, plus significant experience with contaminated sites, environmental assessment, or remediation. Professional credentials may be preferred or required for some positions.

  • Which industries hire site investigation and remediation team leads?question toggle

    Employers include environmental consulting and engineering firms, construction companies, energy and manufacturing businesses, and organizations managing environmental programs or contaminated properties.

  • What skills are important for a remediation team lead?question toggle

    Key skills include environmental project management, technical knowledge of site assessment and cleanup, regulatory awareness, data interpretation, report writing, budgeting, team leadership, and clear communication with stakeholders.

  • How can I find Team Lead, Site Investigation and Remediation jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse the vetted professional listings on Ladders and review job descriptions for compensation details, experience requirements, and location. Ladders focuses on professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.