Senior HBM PM (Asbestos/Abatement) – Alaska

UIC Commercial Services; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UMIAQ Environmental is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager for Hazardous Building Materials (HBM) to lead and expand our building materials assessment, abatement, and compliance services across Alaska.

This role oversees a diverse portfolio of projects involving asbestos, lead-based paint, PCBs, mercury, and other regulated materials, ensuring all work meets state, federal, and client standards and AHERA requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in hazardous building materials management, environmental consulting, or abatement oversight, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or senior project management role.
• Current certifications or licenses strongly preferred: AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector, Project Designer, and/or Management Planner; AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector; Lead‑Based Paint Risk Assessor or Inspector; HAZWOPER (40‑hour) and refresher.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HBM and AHERA-related projects including surveys, inspections, risk assessments, abatement oversight, and demolition support.
• Serve as the AHERA-competent person for asbestos inspection, management planning, and project design activities.
• Develop, review, and approve technical reports, work plans, and regulatory documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee certification compliance and provide technical mentorship to environmental field and project staff.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective project delivery.
• Support business development by preparing proposals, cost estimates, and scopes of work.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and resources for multiple projects concurrently.
• Maintain adherence to AHERA, EPA, OSHA, ADEC, and local standards.

Skills

Project management

AHERA certification

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

GIS

Smartsheet

Job description

UMIAQ Environmental is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager for Hazardous Building Materials (HBM) to lead and expand our building materials assessment, abatement, and compliance services across Alaska.

This role oversees a diverse portfolio of projects involving asbestos, lead-based paint, PCBs, mercury, and other regulated materials, ensuring all work meets state, federal, and client standards and AHERA requirements.