Industrial Hygiene Specialist
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life.
About the role
Arcadis is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Specialist to join our Sustainable Operations team in the Albany, NY office. This role involves approximately 75% fieldwork and 25% office work. As a Consultant at Arcadis, you will make an impact by collaborating with colleagues and contributing to a diverse range of projects. In this role, you will help drive innovation, strengthen technical expertise within the Industrial Hygiene practice, and support a dynamic team serving a variety of market sectors. This position also offers strong opportunities for professional growth based on your skills and initiative. You will mentor and be mentored by existing staff to help expand Industrial Hygiene Services.
Responsibilities
- Complete inspections, bulk sampling, abatement oversight, air monitoring, and assessments of various types of projects, including manufacturing plants, warehouses, public and private buildings, schools, and residential homes.
- Assist with reports for projects using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other programs, as well as scoping projects and preparing proposals with senior staff members.
- Conduct asbestos and lead-based paint surveys and support abatement projects, indoor air quality and mold investigations, mold and water damage remediation, ventilation assessments, and the development and review of health and safety plans (HASPs).
- Perform inspections and surveys for asbestos, lead, mold and water intrusion, indoor air quality, and other regulated building materials.
- Coordinate with agencies, management, staff, and subcontractors to define project scope and schedules.
- Conduct advanced technical surveys and oversee subcontractor work.
- Accurately document field activities using provided tools.
- Review, interpret, and evaluate field observations and laboratory data.
- Prepare technical memoranda, summary reports, and other client deliverables.
- Receive technical and business mentorship from senior members of the EH&S consulting team.
- Mentor and support junior staff within the Industrial Hygiene group.
In this role, you must be willing to travel as needed (including overnight trips and weekends), possess a valid driver license, be able to pass a medical exam and be medically cleared to wear a negative pressure respirator, and be able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. of equipment throughout an 8-hour shift.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in a science-related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in the professional services or consulting business.
- State-specific asbestos training and licensure.
- Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state regulations for asbestos and related areas.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER.
- Asbestos Safety Technician (AST) license in New Jersey.
- Experience with report preparation.
- Industry-recognized certification in industrial hygiene (e.g., CIH, IHT) and/or indoor environmental or air quality consulting (e.g., CIEC, CIAQP).
- NIOSH 582 training.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and with a project team in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
- 401K retirement plan.
- STD (Short-Term Disability), LTD (Long-Term Disability), AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment), and life insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Reward & recognition program.
- Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
- Nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $64,800 - $97,200. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.