Section Manager - Hazardous Building Materials & Abatement

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Advance Environmental Compliance as a Section Manager - Hazardous Building Materials — Guide, Develop, and Deliver

Are you a people-first environmental leader ready to guide teams and deliver meaningful impact? Do you excel at building strong, collaborative groups while leading complex hazardous building materials programs?

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Advance Environmental Compliance as a Section Manager - Hazardous Building Materials — Guide, Develop, and Deliver

Are you a people-first environmental leader ready to guide teams and deliver meaningful impact? Do you excel at building strong, collaborative groups while leading complex hazardous building materials programs?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Section Manager - Hazardous Building Materials to join our Environmental Team in Albany, NY. In this pivotal role, you will lead and develop a high-performing team, provide direction across projects and programs, and cultivate a supportive, results-driven environment. This is your opportunity to play an important part in strengthening team capabilities while delivering thoughtful, compliant solutions that make a lasting difference.

What You'll Do

• Organize, direct, and coordinate activities related to environmental projects focused on asbestos and hazardous materials abatement from initial assessment through planning and design
• Prepare abatement plans and related technical specifications in compliance with OSHA, EPA, AHERA, NESHAP, TSCA, ICR 56, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Lead and develop environmental staff by mentoring, motivating, and managing talent at all levels, while collaborating with leadership to drive high performance, project success, and utilization goals
• Effectively manage project budgets, scope, and schedules to deliver successful outcomes for critical environmental initiatives
• Engage with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and expectations are exceeded throughout each phase
• Lead the development of assessment reports and other reporting elements, as well as proposal development, cost estimating, and business development initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field required
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience required; previous project or team management experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel required
• Ability to read architectural renovation and demolition drawings with knowledge of building systems (HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, insulation, and building materials)
• Proficient theoretical scientific knowledge and ability to work in a team environment
• Valid driver’s license required
• NYSDOL Certified Asbestos Building Inspector and Asbestos Project Designer required
• NYSDOL Certified Asbestos Project Monitor, USEPA Lead Inspector and Risk Assessor, and/or NYSDOL Article 32 Mold Assessor preferred
• Ability to work in the field under various weather conditions and physically navigate diverse environments
• Strategic thinker with the ability to guide and motivate team activity and resolve issues with urgency
• An articulate and persuasive communicator, both one-on-one and in front of large groups
• Experience with project budgeting preferred; basic understanding of accounting processes

• Lead impactful environmental programs that promote safe, healthy buildings, regulatory compliance, and community wellbeing
• Mentor and develop a team of environmental professionals, fostering growth, collaboration, and technical excellence
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams to deliver thoughtful, compliant solutions in a flexible and supportive work environment