Position Overview

Do you have expertise in environmental site assessments, remediation, and regulatory compliance? The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) is seeking an Environmental Project Manager to support the Office of Environmental Health & Safety (OEHS). In this role, you will oversee environmental investigations, remediation activities, and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local environmental standards across school construction and modernization projects.

This position is ideal for experienced professionals who thrive in regulatory-driven environments and want to help ensure safe, healthy learning spaces for students and staff throughout the District.

Key Responsibilities

Review and coordinate work conducted by environmental Master Services Agreement (MSA) contractors, including:

• Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
• Soils Disposition Evaluations (per Specification 01 4524)
• Soils evaluations with regard to SCAQMD Rule 1466
• Health and Safety Risk Assessments
• Preliminary Environmental Assessments (PEA)
• Remedial Investigations / Feasibility Studies (RI/FS)
• Public Participation Plans
• Preparation and implementation of Removal Action Workplans (RAWs) and Remedial Action Plans (RAPs)
• PCB surveys and mitigation activities
• Assist with development and oversight of remediation contractor agreements and scopes of work.
• Establish and manage project budgets, contracts, and schedules for environmental investigations and remediation efforts.
• Provide technical guidance to OEHS Management on contractor oversight, budget control, and schedule compliance.
• Prepare and coordinate environmental review documentation to align with Facilities Services Division requirements related to:
• Project scheduling and budgeting
• School planning, design, and construction
• Emergency response protocols
• Hazardous waste disposal and demolition activities

Minimum Required Qualifications (must be met to be considered)

• 7 years of full-time, paid experience managing environmental investigations and remediation projects regulated by the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) or a comparable agency.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Geology, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Strong knowledge of:

• Environmental site investigation and remedial strategies
• Federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• DTSC, Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and SCAQMD procedures and protocols

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on environmental compliance within public agencies, K–12 school districts, or large capital programs.
• Strong organizational, communication, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with regulatory agencies, contractors, designers, and project management teams.

California Professional Registration such as:

• Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG)
• Professional Geologist (PG)
• Professional Engineer (PE)

Application Instructions

Only candidates who meet all minimum qualifications will be considered.