Construction Hazardous Materials Coordinator (Environmental Analyst IV)

Boston, NH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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System Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have at least (A) five years of full-time or equivalent part-time technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science biology chemistry earth science environmental health meteorology natural science toxicology or public health of which (B) at least three years must have been in a professional capacity and of which (C) at least one year must have been in a supervisory managerial or administrative capacity or (D) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the following substitutions.

Substitutions

I. An Associates degree with a major in the field of environmental science biology chemistry earth science environmental health meteorology natural science toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

II. A Bachelors degree with a major in the field of environmental science biology chemistry earth science environmental health meteorology natural science toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

III. A Graduate degree with a major in environmental science biology chemistry earth science environmental health meteorology natural science toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. No substitutions will be permitted for the required (C) experience.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action minorities veterans and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age disability national origin veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women Black Indigenous and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Position Summary

The Construction Hazardous Materials Coordinator in the Environmental Services Section will provide support and assistance to the Highway Division and District Construction Offices primarily in the area of hazardous materials and hazardous waste compliance during active construction. This position will work with contractors engineers other members of the Highway Division as well as private sector consultants and Licensed Site Professionals under contract directly with the Highway Division and regulators to maintain compliance with all applicable environmental regulations. The incumbent of this position will report to the Manager of Special Programs for Construction Hazardous Materials. The work associated with this position includes a working knowledge of federal and state hazardous materials/waste laws and regulations including but not limited to the Massachusetts Contingency Plan asbestos and lead regulations and regulatory programs OSHA NPDES Massachusetts Fire Marshall regulations pertaining to above and underground tanks and TSCA PCB regulations. Direct and substantive experience in planning and oversight of assessment and remediation of soil and groundwater contamination coincident with roadway and bridge construction is required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the unit supervisor in the direct supervision and training of staff and ensuring Highway Division project compliance with the applicable state and federal laws regulations and policies primarily in the area of hazardous materials and hazardous waste compliance.
Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulations for active construction projects that the incumbent and/or their staff are assigned to.
Maintain an accurate and up-to-date knowledge of hazardous material issues on active construction projects and coordinate with other Divisions and Districts to resolve issues in compliance with applicable regulations.
Provide strategic advice and support to the District Construction Offices on hazardous materials management for active large scale complex construction projects with critical schedules budgets and multimedia contamination.

Review and evaluate the following documents

Contract submittals including environmental health and safety plans sampling/pre-characterization plans and excavated materials management plans.
Massachusetts Contingency Plan submittals for construction projects and legacy sites.
Transportation and disposal documents for excess media generated on construction projects.
Analytical laboratory reports sampling data soil and groundwater treatment programs and proposed disposal options.
Oversee in-situ pre-characterization and stockpile sampling.
Participate in contract special provisions updates as needed.
Provide technical reviews of cost overruns and Extra Work Orders involving management of excavated soils sediment and groundwater.

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5000) signing bonus (Signing Bonus) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employees first paycheck. 2) $2000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employees probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealths residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing implementing and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan design construct and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOTs culture and career opportunities can be found at divisions include Highway Registry of Motor Vehicles Aeronautics and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

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