Hazardous Building Material Project Manager - UMIAQ Environmental

UIC Alaska • Anchorage, AK

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About The Position

UMIAQ Environmental is seeking a highly motivated Hazardous Building Materials (HBM) Project Manager to lead and expand our building materials assessment, abatement, and compliance services across Alaska. This position will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects involving asbestos, lead-based paint, PCBs, mercury, and other regulated building materials, ensuring all work meets state, federal, and client-specific standards.
Must Reside in Alaska.
The successful candidate will serve as a technical expert, project manager, and team leader—responsible for maintaining regulatory compliance, advancing operational excellence, and developing new opportunities within the hazardous materials service line.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in hazardous building materials management, environmental consulting, or abatement oversight, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or senior project management role.
• Current certifications or licenses strongly preferred: Asbestos Building Inspector, Project Designer, and/or Management Planner
• AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector
• Lead-Based Paint Risk Assessor or Inspector
• HAZWOPER (40-hour) and current refresher
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental and occupational health regulations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, and staff effectively.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel to remote Alaska locations for short-duration field work or project oversight.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Alaska Native Corporations, government agencies, or industrial facilities.
• Master’s degree in Environmental or Occupational Health-related field.
• Familiarity with GIS, Smartsheet, and other project management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HBM and AHERA-related projects including hazardous materials surveys, inspections, risk assessments, abatement oversight, and demolition support.
• Serve as the primary AHERA-competent person for asbestos inspection, management planning, and project design activities.
• Develop, review, and approve technical reports, work plans, and regulatory documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency.
• Oversee certification compliance and provide technical mentorship to environmental field and project staff.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective project delivery.
• Support business development efforts by preparing proposals, cost estimates, and scopes of work.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple projects simultaneously.
• Maintain strict adherence to AHERA, EPA, OSHA, ADEC, and local regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level