Clean Harbors in San Diego, CA is seeking a Technical Services Project Manager responsible for assisting in growing the revenues and profitability in defined business lines. Scope out, inventory, profile, secure approvals, draft and review safety plans, assess labor and equipment resources for opportunities that need more complex management and technical customer interaction. Manage the team responsible for executing a project to assure it's completed safely, on budget and exceeds the customer's expectations.

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.
Required Qualifications

• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification (required)
• Experience in the environmental industry (required)
• Strong understanding of hazardous waste management practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work on-site in San Diego, CA (no remote option)
  
  Why work for Clean Harbors?
• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
• Pay range $34.00-$41.00
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  
  Responsibilities
• Partner with Account Managers during site walks to gather project details and define customer deliverables
• Conduct site walks to identify, assess, and document hazardous waste opportunities
• Conduct routine audits of hazmat storage areas, coordinates with waste vendors for pick up/disposal
• ensuring proper labeling, storage of haz materials
• Develop detailed cost estimates, including labor, equipment, materials, and disposal costs
• Prepare accurate project scopes and proposals based on field findings
• Communicate technical information clearly to clients, field staff, and regulatory agencies
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards
• Utilize Excel for cost tracking, data analysis, and reporting
• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
• Prepare quotes or bids assure all costs are recognized and the quoted dollars meet required margins;
• Prepare profiles both internal and external (third party) to manage the materials found in the scope of work.
• Secure appropriate approvals;
• Meets with customers to participate in job walks to understand the scope of work and any issues that may impact costs and execution;
• Works with the Coordinators to schedule the work and assure availability of manpower and equipment resources;
• Lead the team that executes the involved work and assure executed efficiently and safely;
• Follow up on jobs with operational team and customer to assure work completed satisfactorily, issues resolved, invoiced, and monies collected;
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business;
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures;
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, verbal, and written skills
• Strong computer skills with a solid proficiency in Microsoft based applications
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Leadership and supervisory knowledge
• RCRA/OSHA knowledge

Clean Harbors Technical Services

• Waste Disposal - Comprehensive disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste at Company-owned facilities
• Recycling Services - Extensive recycling, reuse and reclamation options for materials such as solvents, chemicals, oil and electrical equipment
• Chemical Packing - Safe, efficient handling and disposal of the widest range of chemicals, including reactives and compressed gases
• Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services - HHW collection programs of all types and sizes, facilitated by Clean Harbors expert personnel

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Job Identification: 157424
Category: Field Technicians
Posting Date: 2026-02-20
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Chemist & Chemist Management
Locations: CA-SAN DIEGO: 6465, 6485 and 6489 Marindustry Drive
Pay Range: $34.00-$41.00