Program Manager

Triumvirate Environmental•Brighton, MI

17d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Triumvirate Environmental is seeking a Program Manager for its Operations team in the Midwest region. The Program Manager leads operations at a client site in the Brighton, Michigan area, managing safety compliance, day-to-day operations, site compliance, and profitability for the client’s hazardous waste and safety program. This position reports to an Operations Manager. The role promotes a strong safety culture, oversees audits and incident follow-up, maintains safety documentation, and ensures compliance with internal and client-specific procedures. It also manages client projects and new business ventures, oversees waste profiling and documentation, coordinates site operations, develops staff, and monitors billing, performance, and profitability. This is a safety-sensitive role involving frequent handling of hazardous chemicals and biological waste, as well as putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. The position requires regular overtime, flexible hours Monday through Friday, and the ability to report to a designated office within one hour during rotating emergency-response shifts. Actual starting base pay may vary based on education, experience, skills, location, and budget; the listed pay range is $75,000–$85,000 USD.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or another related major, or equivalent.
Prior knowledge, experience, and compliance with DOT, RCRA, and other applicable regulations.
Successful completion of an OSHA/DOT physical examination.
One year of team leadership experience.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship.
Must have a reliable form of transportation.
Must consent to motor vehicle record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen inclusive of THC.
Must participate in a random drug screening program inclusive of THC after employment.
Must be able to lift 60 pounds regularly.
Must be able to work overtime regularly.
Must be willing to work flexible hours within the Monday-through-Friday work week.
Must be able to report to a designated office within one hour during rotating emergency-response shifts.
Must be able to frequently handle hazardous chemicals and biological waste and put on and take off personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of experience in the environmental services or hazardous waste industry.
Project management experience.
Emergency response experience.
Active HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification.

Responsibilities

Promote a strong safety culture in collaboration with site operations, EHS teams, and laboratory personnel.
Conduct and oversee quality STOP audits, report incidents, and follow up on safety issues according to client protocols.
Train employees on stop-work authority and safety practices, and maintain and update safety documentation.
Ensure compliance with internal and client-specific safety procedures and participate in incident reviews as needed.
Initiate and manage new client business ventures, including staffing and operational setup.
Oversee projects such as laboratory cleanouts, decommissioning, and waste management from scope definition through completion.
Serve as the primary contact for project coordination, manage ticketing systems, and address site-specific operational needs.
Ensure accurate waste profiling and documentation, manage routine meetings, and identify improvements in compliance and sustainability practices.
Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to onsite staff, manage training, and support professional growth.
Resolve team conflicts, maintain morale, and foster a collaborative work environment.
Coordinate client-specific training and onboarding, and ensure staff meet training and certification standards.
Monitor and adjust target hours and billing to support accuracy and efficiency.
Review and approve contract employee timesheets and ensure correct billing.
Drive customer service initiatives, participate in cost reviews, and develop and track performance and profitability KPIs.