Senior Environmental PM & Technical Writer – Asbestos & Lead

UES; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UES is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Technical Writer specializing in asbestos and lead to lead environmental surveys, write defensible reports, and manage field teams in Southern California. This senior role requires deep regulatory knowledge, project leadership, and strong client interaction to deliver compliant, timely reports.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in environmental consulting, Los Angeles area experience preferred, and capable of coordinating with LAUSD projects, labs, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline; OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years of environmental consulting experience
• Certifications in relevant inspection or testing areas preferred (e.g., CAC, CDPH)
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry‑specific platforms
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills
• Willingness to travel to job sites and work in diverse environmental conditions
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and interface with clients and regulatory bodies effectively

Responsibilities

• Prepare, write, review, and finalize asbestos, lead, hazardous materials, survey, and air monitoring reports.
• Serve as a senior technical resource for asbestos and lead-related projects.
• Review field documentation, laboratory results, photographs, drawings, and other project information to develop complete and accurate technical reports.
• Help manage and coordinate survey field staff, including project assignments, field activities, schedules, and deliverables.
• Provide technical direction and support to field personnel performing asbestos, lead, and hazardous materials surveys and air monitoring.
• Ensure field activities and reporting comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and client-specific requirements.
• Maintain an intimate working knowledge of applicable regulations and standards, including SCAQMD, Cal/OSHA, AHERA, and EPA requirements.
• Attend client meetings for survey, air monitoring, and related environmental projects.
• Communicate project findings, technical requirements, schedules, and recommendations clearly to clients and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with clients, field personnel, laboratories, subcontractors, and internal project teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Review project scopes and requirements prior to field mobilization to ensure appropriate sampling, documentation, and regulatory protocols are followed.
• Provide quality assurance/quality control review of reports and other technical deliverables.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
• Monitor project progress and help ensure work is completed according to scope, schedule, budget, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.
• Support the development and mentoring of field staff by providing technical guidance and reviewing field documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized project records and documentation.
• Participate in additional environmental consulting and project management activities as business needs require.

Skills

Asbestos regulations

Lead regulations

Technical writing

Project management

Client communication

Field leadership

Regulatory interpretation

Report review

Detail-oriented

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

UES is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Technical Writer specializing in asbestos and lead to lead environmental surveys, write defensible reports, and manage field teams in Southern California. This senior role requires deep regulatory knowledge, project leadership, and strong client interaction to deliver compliant, timely reports.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in environmental consulting, Los Angeles area experience preferred, and capable of coordinating with LAUSD projects, labs, and