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Environmental Remediation professionals often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements, working in hazardous conditions, and adapting to unexpected site complications like unknown contaminants or adverse weather. Collaboration with regulatory agencies, contractors, and community stakeholders can also present unique communication and coordination hurdles. Employers typically provide extensive training in safety procedures and teamwork to address these challenges. Successfully managing these aspects is key to delivering effective, compliant site cleanups and maintaining project timelines.

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An Environmental Remediation job involves identifying, assessing, and removing contaminants from soil, groundwater, and other affected areas to restore them to safe conditions. Professionals in this field work with government agencies, private companies, and environmental organizations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Tasks may include site assessments, developing cleanup plans, operating remediation equipment, and monitoring environmental conditions. These jobs are essential for protecting public health, preserving natural resources, and reducing environmental hazards.

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Environmental remediation work involves cleaning up contaminated sites to remove pollutants and restore environmental safety. It typically includes tasks such as soil excavation, groundwater treatment, and the use of specialized equipment, often requiring safety training and certifications like OSHA or HAZWOPER. Remediation professionals work in various environments, including industrial sites, landfills, and hazardous waste facilities.
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Environmental Remediation Superintendent

Winter Environmental

Atlanta, GA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Winter Environmental is seeking an experienced Environmental Remediation Superintendent to lead field execution on large-scale industrial, environmental remediation, demolition, and specialty contracting projects throughout the Southeast and Eastern United States.
This role is focused on technical remediation and industrial services work including soil and groundwater remediation, environmental system installations, tank cleaning and removals, facility decontamination, and industrial decommissioning.
We are looking for experienced field leaders who can safely manage production-driven remediation projects in active industrial, manufacturing, utility, and infrastructure environments.
Travel is required. Company-paid travel expenses and per diem are provided when applicable.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Lead daily field operations on environmental remediation and industrial services projects
  • Supervise remediation activities including:
    • Soil excavation and remediation
    • Groundwater remediation systems
    • Environmental system installations
    • Tank cleaning and removals
    • Facility decontamination and decommissioning
  • Plan daily work activities, manpower, equipment utilization, and sequencing
  • Read and execute remediation work plans, drawings, specifications, and technical scopes
  • Coordinate subcontractors, specialty vendors, and field crews
  • Manage site logistics, staging, access, and material handling
  • Lead daily safety meetings, field audits, and job hazard analyses
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, RCRA, confined space, LOTO, and site-specific safety requirements
  • Complete field reporting, remediation documentation, waste tracking, and production updates
  • Communicate project status, risks, and field constraints with Project Managers and clients

Projects may include:
  • Soil and groundwater remediation
  • Industrial cleaning and decommissioning
  • Tank cleaning and removals
  • Utility and manufacturing facility work
  • Environmental system installations
  • Facility shutdowns and remediation
  • Specialty environmental services

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
  • 5+ years of superintendent or senior field leadership experience in:
    • Environmental remediation
    • Industrial services
    • Tank cleaning or vessel work
    • Utility, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments
  • Experience executing technical and regulated field work
  • Strong understanding of OSHA, EPA, RCRA, confined space, and industrial safety requirements
  • Ability to read remediation plans, coordinate crews, and manage complex field operations
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel

Preferred:
  • Experience with soil and groundwater remediation systems
  • Tank cleaning, removal, or industrial vessel experience
  • Decommissioning or facility remediation experience
  • OSHA 30
  • HAZWOPER 40
  • Confined Space certifications
  • Experience working on active industrial or utility sites

ABOUT WINTER ENVIRONMENTAL
Winter Environmental, a division of The Winter Construction Company and part of DiGeronimo Companies, has delivered environmental and specialty contracting services since 1987.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we perform work throughout the Southeast and Eastern United States specializing in:
  • Industrial demolition
  • Environmental remediation
  • Hazardous material abatement
  • Industrial cleaning and decommissioning
  • Specialty environmental services

Our teams support industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, commercial, institutional, and government clients on technically demanding projects in active operating environments.
As part of DiGeronimo Companies, Winter Environmental is backed by one of the nation's leading privately held construction and infrastructure organizations, providing the resources, stability, and long-term growth opportunities of a larger platform while maintaining the agility of a specialized contractor.
Winter Environmental is proud to be recognized as:
  • ENR Top 20 Asbestos Abatement Firm
  • ENR Top 20 Hazardous Waste Contractor
  • ENR Top 400 Contractor
  • ENR Top 600 Specialty Contractor

Safety, execution, and professionalism are the foundation of our operations.
WHY JOIN WINTER ENVIRONMENTAL
  • Focus on true environmental remediation and industrial services
  • Large-scale industrial and technically complex projects
  • Strong operational support and experienced leadership
  • Growth-focused environmental division
  • Backing and stability of DiGeronimo Companies
  • Investment in people, training, and equipment
  • Long-term advancement opportunities

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Company-paid travel expenses and per diem when applicable
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Company-paid safety and technical training

Disclaimer for Recruiting Agencies - Winter Environmental does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies in response to the Winter Construction / Winter Environmental Careers page, Winter Construction social media posts, or job postings created by Winter Construction. Winter Construction will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited resumes. Winter Construction explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Winter Construction.
An Equal Opportunity Employer - Winter Environmental is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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