Program Manager

Program Manager - Kansas City

Triumvirate Environmental, one of the largest environmental services firms in North America, is seeking a Program Manager for our Operations team in our Midwest region. 

As a Program Manager, you will lead operations at a client site in the Kansas City, MO area. This role involves managing safety compliance, overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring site compliance, and driving profitability of a client's hazardous waste and safety program.

This position reports to an Operations Manager.  

Essential responsibilities:

• Safety:
• Promote a strong safety culture by collaborating with site operations, EHS teams, and lab personnel.
• Conduct and oversee quality STOP audits, report incidents, and follow up on safety issues as per the client protocols.
• Train employees on stop work authority and safety practices, maintain and update safety documentation.
• Ensure compliance with all internal and client-specific safety procedures and participate in incident reviews as necessary.
• Operations & Site Compliance:
• Initiate and manage new business ventures for the client, including staffing and operational setup.
• Oversee various projects such as lab cleanouts, decommissioning, and waste management, from scope definition to job completion.
• Serve as the primary contact for project coordination, manage ticketing systems, and address site-specific operational needs.
• Ensure accurate waste profiling and documentation, manage routine meetings, and identify improvements in compliance and sustainability practices.
• Leadership & Peer Development:
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to onsite staff, manage training, and ensure professional growth.
• Address and resolve team conflicts, maintain high morale, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Coordinate client-specific training and onboarding, and ensure that all staff meet required training and certification standards.
• Profitability:
• Monitor and adjust target hours and billing to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Review and approve contract employee timesheets and ensure correct billing.
• Drive customer service initiatives, participate in cost reviews, and develop and track KPIs for performance and profitability.

 Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or other related majors, or equivalent
• Prior knowledge, experience, and compliance with DOT, RCRA, and other applicable regulations
• Successful completion of OSHA/DOT physical examination
• 1 year of team leadership experience
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without future sponsorship 
• Must have a reliable form of transportation 
• Must be willing to consent to Motor Vehicle Record screening, criminal background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (inclusive of THC) 
• Upon employment, you will be required to participate in a random drug screening program (inclusive of THC) as part of our company’s commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment 
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis 
• Ability to work overtime on a regular basis 
• Must be willing to work flexible hours within the work week (Monday through Friday) 
• Must be able to report to designated office within 1 hour during Emergency Response rotating shifts 
• The Program Manager frequently handles hazardous chemicals and biological waste and is responsible for putting on and taking off personal protective equipment. This role is considered safety-sensitive. 

Preferred Requirements: 

• 2+ years experience in the Environmental Services/Hazardous Waste industry <