Lead Program Specialist - Project Manager Job Burlington area,Vermont USA,Management

The Lead Program Specialist Project Manager designs and oversees lead hazard reduction and healthy homes construction projects for the City of Burlington. The Project Manager oversees all aspects of projects and contractor performance to ensure compliance with project specifications, grant requirements, and applicable regulations. All lead activities are completed following the Vermont Regulations for Lead Control and HUD’s Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead Hazards in Housing (rev.

2012).

Union Affiliation:AFSCME

Pay Grade 17:$33.79 - $37.68 Hourly

Remote Tier 3: Up to two (2) days remote/week Project Management

Schedule and oversees lead hazard reduction and healthy homes intervention projects to meet aggressive quarterly benchmarks
Communicate with property owners, tenants, and consultants about lead hazard control projects and healthy homes interventions;
Schedule projects based on Burlington Lead Program priorities. Work closely with the Vermont Department of Health to expedite work on properties occupied by lead poisoned children.
Identify healthy homes hazards and design interventions to protect occupants from a range of health and safety hazards found in homes.
Coordinates the bidding process and review cost estimates.
Conduct scheduling of all stages of projects.
Assist in the relocation of tenants and the preparation of relocation documents
Assist property owners in the selection of qualified contractors.
Provide oversight of all work performed by contractors in accordance to the scope of work, HUD and Department of Health regulations.
Monitor and track project budgets, change orders and invoicing.

Project Design

Schedule, coordinate and over see lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments at eligible properties. Monitor testing consultants and laboratories to ensure compliance with HUD protocols.
Conduct on-site lead-based paint risk assessments, healthy homes assessments through visual examination and interviews with property owners and occupants.
Analyze the results of lead-based paint inspections and sampling reports. Ensure analytical accuracy of samples collected. Make recommendations to occupants regarding immediate hazards.
Review inspection reports for accuracy.
Develop project specifications and scopes of work for lead hazard reduction and healthy homes interventions.
Report risk assessments and specifications information to property owners.
Review project specifications and project financing with property owner.
Work with the State Historic Preservation Office and/or a historic preservation consultant to ensure that project details retain historic features at eligible properties. Submit projects to SHPO for review.

Outreach and Education

Conduct lead assessments in homes as requested by Burlington and Winooski residents. Provide one-on-one education regarding potential lead hazards, lead safe cleaning methods and lead safe work practices.
Provide technical assistance to property owners, property managers and contractors regarding their legal obligations and lead safe work practices.
Work with Code Enforcement to ensure landlord compliance with the Vermont Lead Law. Provide technical assistance to other programs and City Staff.
Work with health professionals to develop and update informational materials on the hazards of lead.
Complete outreach and recruit property owners and tenants to participate in the Burlington Lead Program.
Maintain relationships with lead program participants, contractors and consultants.

Non
- Essential Job Functions:

Performs other duties as required.

Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific/environmental field or equivalent training.
At least one year of experience in an environmental, scientific or construction field.
Vermont Lead Risk Assessor License is required or must meet the qualifications to obtain one through the Department of Health within 3…