Project Manager - - Environmental Building Services

GZA GeoEnvironmental • Hooksett, NH

11h • Onsite

About The Position

GZA is seeking a Project Manager with expertise in asbestos, lead, hazardous building material, and indoor air quality. This role is based in Hooksett, New Hampshire, and offers significant professional growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment. The position involves applying the latest building services technology to diverse projects across New England. GZA's Building Services practice focuses on comprehensive hazardous material surveys, abatement and remediation design, mold and indoor air quality studies, regulatory compliance, and contractor oversight. Projects include the demolition and renovation of commercial, industrial, and residential facilities containing regulated materials. Responsibilities include procuring contractors, scheduling, estimating, reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, ensuring regulatory compliance, executing health/safety procedures, and providing on-site management during abatement and remediation projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in evaluating hazardous building materials for planning, design, and construction management, along with robust leadership and project management skills. Building Services professionals at GZA collaborate with internal teams, other engineering firms, specialty contractors, and directly with clients.

Requirements

• B.S. required.
• Asbestos Professional Designer, Inspector and Management Planner certificates required.
• A minimum of 7 to 9 years of experience in the asbestos, hazardous material and indoor air quality profession, with direct involvement in asbestos and hazardous materials inspections, asbestos abatement design and operations and maintenance planning, asbestos project monitoring, and mold assessments and remediation design.
• Proven experience with design and development of sampling strategies, management plans, technical specifications, remediation plans, cost estimating and other related bidding documents.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to speak publicly.
• Self-starter, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision and direction.
• Strong professional judgment, consistency, attention to detail, and background for delivering high-quality work products.
• Innovative problem solving with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to think critically and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Solid project financial management skills; knowledge of production support systems and personal computer proficiency are all required competencies.
• Experience in providing technical and project leadership to practitioners, professionals and support staff.
• Proven experience with and directing staff with investigative work and project oversight/monitoring is considered essential for this position.
• Integrity, tenacity, strong professional judgement, demonstrated ability to succeed, independent problem-solving skills, and the attitude to confidently complete the work to meet and/or exceed client expectations.
• Have a valid driver’s license and be able to rent a vehicle.
• Willingness to travel, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree is a plus.
• Mold investigator/consultant and lead risk assessor certificates are a plus.
• Direct experience completing commercial, industrial, and residential regulated building material projects in the New England Region is highly preferred.
• Having any of the following credentials is a plus: 10-hr OSHA Construction Safety, 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.

Responsibilities

• Managing project team, delegating work to office and field staff, and executing day-to-day project needs.
• Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients and team members.
• Develop and comply with the Health and Safety procedures established for each project.
• Preparing and reviewing hazardous building materials survey reports and other written project reports.
• Monitoring and managing project compliance with contractual agreements and budgets, including terms of agreement, changes in scope, and billing process.
• Conducting/reviewing technical analyses for the design and construction in support of a variety of projects.
• Support the development of construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, bid documents.
• Participate in and/or lead meetings with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide business development support including preparing proposals.
• Managing and mentoring GZA junior practitioners, professionals and support staff.
• Working on multidisciplinary project including construction management, building services, and environmental remediation teams.
• Assisting on projects and tasks outside of primary responsibilities as part of a 'One Company' environment.

Benefits

• Professional development and enrichment.
• Opportunities for company ownership, financial growth & career advancement.
• Generous, company-subsidized benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and 401K retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

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