Hazardous Materials Project Manager

Weston&Sampson, Inc.; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Competitive compensation

Industry-leading benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Weston & Sampson, Inc. is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Project Manager with 10-12 years of experience in the environmental field. The ideal candidate will carry out project planning, mentor junior staff, and conduct environmental assessments while requiring Massachusetts and Connecticut Asbestos Inspector Licenses.

This position offers competitive compensation and benefits in a supportive, employee-owned environment focused on innovation and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 10 to 12 years of experience in environmental science or related field.
• Massachusetts and Connecticut Asbestos Inspector Licenses required.
• Experience conducting inspection & sampling for asbestos-containing materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform project planning and staffing assignments.
• Mentor junior staff in daily tasks and professional development.
• Conduct Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments.
• Prepare proposals and assist with writing technical reports.

Skills

Environmental science expertise

Asbestos inspection

Project management

Strong communication skills

Field experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability or field/construction safety

Job description

Weston & Sampson is currently seeking an Environmental Scientist/Project Manager with 10-12 years of experience to work with our EGE discipline in either our Reading, Worcester or Foxborough office. The candidate who is willing to explore the various opportunities and technical practice areas of the Environmental, Geotechnical, and Energy discipline. The ideal candidate will bring a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit who would like to be part of a growing team.

What you’ll do:

• Performing project planning and staffing assignments.
• Mentoring junior staff in daily tasks, professional development and workload management.
• Hazardous Building Materials assessment including multi-media sampling
• Collecting samples for field screening and/or laboratory analysis (air, soil, groundwater, water and building materials),
• Responding to releases of oil and hazardous materials
• Conducting Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments consistent with ASTM standards
• Managing analytical data (tabulation, QA/QC and evaluation of data)
• Preparing proposals; and assisting with writing technical reports and work plans
• Overseeing remediation and abatement

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, sustainability or field/construction safety
• 10 to 12 years of experience
• Massachusetts and Connecticut Asbestos Inspector Licenses
• Asbestos Designer license preferred but not required
• Experience conducting inspections & sampling for asbestos-containing building materials
• Experience working in field setting (sample collection, construction oversight)
• Ability to wear a respirator, safety harness and other safety equipment as needed
• Work well with multiple staff members across different experience levels
• Ability to handle flexible work load
• A positive attitude and able to communicate effectively with others
• Strong communication skills and excellent written skills
• Some travel will be required to conduct field work (Valid driver’s license is required)

Salary Range: $110,000-115,000k

Overview

Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson’s mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities—all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.