Lead Hazard Control Project Manager

Vhcb; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VHCB, based in Montpelier, Vermont, seeks a Lead Hazard Control Project Manager to protect low-income families from lead exposure. You will deliver technical and financial resources statewide, conduct risk assessments, write bid documents, and guide contractors through construction and clearance testing.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a scientific or environmental field or equivalent training, plus extensive housing rehabilitation or construction management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or environmental field or equivalent training.
• Extensive experience in housing rehabilitation or construction management.
• Full training for Vermont lead licensing is provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lead risk assessments statewide.
• Write project specifications and bid documents.
• Guide contractors through construction and clearance testing.
• Report to Lead Program Director and coordinate with Vermont Department of Health.

Skills

Lead risk assessment

Project coordination

Construction management

Contract administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or environmental field

Job description

The Lead Hazard Control Project Manager protects low-income Vermont families and children from lead poisoning by turning older homes into safe, healthy places to live. Reporting to the Lead Program Director and working closely with the Vermont Department of Health, you’ll deliver technical and financial resources to homeowners and nonprofit housing providers statewide. You’ll conduct lead risk assessments, write project specifications and bid documents, and guide contractors through construction and clearance testing.

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a scientific or environmental field or equivalent training, plus extensive experience in housing rehabilitation or construction management. Full training for Vermont lead licensing is provided.

Based in Montpelier with extensive statewide travel; Vermont driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.

$68,000–$74,500.

Applications due November 30, 2026, at noon.
VHCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
To learn more, visit vhcb.org/careers