Industrial Hygiene Specialist

About the role

Arcadis is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Specialist to join our Sustainable Operations team in the Charlotte, NC office. This role involves approximately 75% fieldwork and 25% office work. As a Consultant at Arcadis, you will collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a diverse range of projects, driving innovation and strengthening technical expertise within the Industrial Hygiene practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete inspections, bulk sampling, abatement oversight, air monitoring, and assessments for projects including manufacturing plants, warehouses, public and private buildings, schools, and residential homes.
• Assist with report preparation using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other programs, as well as scoping projects and preparing proposals with senior staff.
• Conduct asbestos and lead-based paint surveys, support abatement projects, indoor air quality and mold investigations, mold and water damage remediation, ventilation assessments, and develop/review health and safety plans (HASPs).
• Perform inspections and surveys for asbestos, lead, mold, 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.

This role requires willingness to travel as needed (including overnight trips and weekends), possession of a valid driver’s license, ability to pass a medical exam and be medically cleared to wear a negative pressure respirator, and ability 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• 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 coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401K retirement plan.
• Short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), AD&D, and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Reward and recognition program.
• Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Nine paid holidays and 15 days of paid time off (PTO) that accrue per year.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $64,800 - $97,200. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.