DEPARTMENT: Community Development                                   JOB TITLE: DEMOLITION COORDINATOR

STATUS:  Full-Time                                                              

Position Summary

The Demolition Project Manager supervises and coordinates the day-to-day management of municipal demolition projects. This role is responsible for the full lifecycle of structure removal—from initial environmental assessment and utility disconnection to physical demolition and final reporting. The Manager ensures all activities are executed safely, legally, and in compliance with state and local environmental regulations.

Supervision

• Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Building Commissioner. All duties must be performed in a timely and orderly manner.
• Supervision Exercised: Functions as the primary manager overseeing the workflow of environmental consultants, utility providers, and licensed demolition contractors.

Principal Functions

Project Coordination & Utilities

• Utility Management: Coordinates with all relevant utility providers (e.g., electric, gas, water, and sewer) to ensure verified service disconnects and "kills" are completed and documented prior to the commencement of any demolition activity.
• Contractor Oversight: Assists with the coordination of staff and licensed contractors to ensure site-level efficiency and safety compliance.
• Field Management: Manages and distributes property complaints to inspectors for investigation and follow-up.

Environmental Compliance & Safety

• ACM Assessment: Coordinates with environmental consultants to perform testing and assessments for Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACM) and other hazardous substances.
• IDEM Liaison: Serves as the primary point of contact for the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). Manages all required environmental reporting, notifications (including the 10-day notification), and onsite supervision to ensure adherence to state environmental standards.
• Remediation Oversight: Ensures that any identified hazardous materials are properly abated by licensed professionals before general demolition begins.

Legal & Administrative

• Statutory Compliance: Oversees the preparation of legal papers and correspondence, such as petitions to property owners. Checks records to determine eligibility for demolition based on the Indiana Unsafe Building Law.
• Reporting: Attends meetings, conferences, and administrative sessions; provides formal recommendations and reports regarding demolition processing, environmental status, and municipal goals.
• Documentation: Maintains precise records of utility shut-offs, IDEM filings, and ACM clearance certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Regulatory Expertise: Deep understanding of the Indiana Unsafe Building Law (IC 36-7-9) and IDEM environmental regulations regarding demolition and asbestos.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with utility infrastructure, environmental testing protocols for ACM, and standard demolition "best practices."
• Local Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of the geographical areas of the City of Gary and city housing codes.
• Communication: Ability to present ideas effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, especially when dealing with state regulators and contractors.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience: 3–5 years of professional experience in project management, demolition oversight, or environmental remediation.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Environmental Science, Public Administration, or a related field (equivalent experience may be considered).
• Legal Knowledge: Demonstrated familiarity with Indiana municipal law and state environmental reporting requirements.
• Licensure: Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Residency: Must meet any applicable City of Gary residency requirements.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to work in an office environment and perform frequent site visits, which may involve walking over uneven terrain, navigating debris-filled sites, and exposure to various weather conditions.