Hazardous Building Materials Professional

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services in New Haven, CT, is seeking a Hazardous Building Materials Professional to lead surveys and abatement monitoring, including asbestos, lead-based paint, and PCBs. The role requires a strong technical background, professional demeanor, and entrepreneurial mindset.

The successful candidate will work with the HBM Practice Lead in New England, coordinate with laboratories and contractors, and may travel within New England/NY to support projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Associate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Hygiene or Environmental Science related field required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related hazardous building materials survey and abatement/remediation monitoring experience (asbestos, lead based paint and PCB experience is essential).
• Thorough understanding of CT and Federal asbestos, lead, and PCB regulations/guidelines including design protocols, survey requirements, abatement monitoring requirements and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hazardous/regulated building material inspections.
• Provide project monitoring during HBM abatement activities and collect clearance samples.
• Assist with IAQ and PCB assessments.
• Coordinate with laboratories and contractors.
• Assist with report writing and developing project scopes of work.
• Report to the HBM Practice Lead in New England.
• Travel to neighboring states as necessary to support workload.

Skills

Hazardous materials surveys

Abatement monitoring

Multi-tasking

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering/Env Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Langan has an immediate opening for a Hazardous Building Materials Professional specializing in asbestos, lead based paint and PCB work based out of our New Haven, CT office. As the successful candidate, you will have an enthusiastic, can‑do attitude with experience in performing hazardous building materials surveys and abatement monitoring, including but not limited to asbestos, lead, PCBs, universal waste, and mold. Possession of a strong technical education, professional demeanor, and entrepreneurial mindset is essential. The ideal candidate will be provided an opportunity for tangible career growth as we continue to build this rapidly growing practice group.

Job Responsibilities

• To assist with the completion of hazardous/regulated building material inspections;
• Provide project monitoring during HBM abatement activities and collect the appropriate clearance sampling (Onsite reading of samples will not be required);
• Assist with IAQ and PCB assessments;
• Work periodic overtime and/or outside of normal business hours to complete the project;
• Coordinate with laboratories and contractors;
• Assist with report writing and developing project scopes of work;
• Report directly to the HBM Practice Lead in New England;
• Cross‑training in other Langan practice disciplines;
• Coordination with staff and management in other disciplines;
• Periodic travel to neighboring states (New England/NY) when necessary to support group workload;
• Langan’s baseline expectation is that you will take advantage of the opportunities we provide to develop your professional skills, and grow your Langan career within the HBM field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Associates degree in Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Hygiene or Environmental Science related field required;
• Minimum of 1 year of related hazardous building materials survey and abatement/remediation monitoring experience (asbestos, lead based paint and PCB experience is essential);
• Thorough understanding of Connecticut and Federal (CT, NY and RI considered a plus) asbestos, lead, and PCB regulations/guidelines including: design protocols, survey requirements, abatement monitoring requirements and reporting;
• Required Licenses/Certifications:
  • State of CT DPH Asbestos Inspector and Project Monitor;
  • State of CT DPH Licensed Lead Inspector;
  • Related licenses in other states (MA, NY, RI, etc.) and additional CT licenses (Lead Risk Assessor, Asbestos Designer) are considered a plus;
• Ability to read and understand project specifications, drawings and plans, hazardous materials survey reports;
• Experience performing surveys and project monitoring of environmental and building abatement projects relating to asbestos, lead based paint, PCBs and other hazardous building materials;
• Experience with proposal writing, abatement/remediation estimates, report writing, and specifications is considered a plus;
• Proficient using Microsoft Office;
• Reliable transportation to access job sites and a valid driver’s license in good standing; and flexibility and ability to work normal business hours as well as off hours;
• Ability to multi‑task with field and office work; and
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment.

Benefits

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes full‑time employment company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement. Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.