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Hazardous Materials Project Manager (InSite Operations Mgr I)

Clean Harbors
San Diego, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026
Clean Harbors is looking for an InSite Operations Manager I (Project Manager) to join their safety conscious team! The Project Manager leads and supports the execution of a clients’ environmental management program at the client location. The Project Manager serves as the client’s main contact and primary interface with Clean Harbors on a daily basis. They are responsible for and managing the client’s hazardous waste program at the client’s location in San Diego, CA.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Competitive Pay; $61,000-$75,000 salary DOE with bonus opportunity
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
  • Group 401K with company matching component
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  • Positive and safe work environments

Responsibilities

  • Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
  • Establish baseline audit protocol for all new waste programs; Communicate and document scope of compliance parameters for each Project location.
  • Work with company resources as needed to provide follow-up and to ensure that corrective actions are tracked; Disseminate “Lessons learned” for benefit of program and internal company audience as appropriate; Provide written documentation of audit results and corrective action plans.
  • Proper packaging of waste to maximize efficiently and maintain compliance.
  • The Project Manager is primarily responsible for ensuring that all jobs performed for a specific client or groups of clients are properly scoped, quoted and executed safety and efficiently to meet the clients' expectations.
  • Responsible for business development, maintenance of customer relationships and the scoping and quoting of projects/jobs.
  • Responsible for the proper costing/utilization of labor and equipment for assigned work.
  • Manages large-scale projects, when directed.
  • Directs personnel in the operational procedures and requirements to complete planned projects and emergency responses.
  • Ensures proper communication with to ensure that contractual obligations are met to complete requested services. Validates project progression status and that change orders are completed and executed, prior to any additional work being performed.
  • Responsible for health and safety adherence and any issues surrounding projects assigned.
  • Responsible for reviewing operational procedures and assuring correct health & safety plans are in place. Communicates effectively with the health & safety organization regarding on-site specific action.
  • Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.

Qualifications

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

  • High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s in chemistry, biology, or environmental science preferred.
  • 1-2 years of hazardous waste experience
  • Ability to develop and deliver training materials and programs related to environmental health, safety, and hazardous materials management.
  • Familiarity with regulatory status requirements of Small and Large Quantity Generators
  • Certifications: 40-hour HAZWOPER, DOT, RCRA

Join our team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at www.cleanharbors.com/careers

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

We thank all those interested in joining the Clean Harbors team; however only those that complete the online application and meet the minimum job qualifications will be considered for this role.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

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