Senior Project Manager - Industrial Hygiene

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging your industry network and market insight.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to shape service offerings, go-to-market strategies, and regional positioning.

Client Development & Commercial Impact

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients across sectors including real estate, insurance, legal, construction, industry, and public agencies.
• Lead proposal development, client presentations, and contract negotiations to secure high-value projects.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic account management and cross-functional collaboration.

Technical Oversight & Delivery

• Oversee and contribute to a wide range of EH&S projects, including:
• Industrial Hygiene assessments (e.g., asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality).
• Environmental investigations and property assessments.
• Exposure assessments, risk characterization, and mitigation planning.
• Ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction across all project phases.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of complex environmental and health & safety initiatives.
• Develop and implement quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) protocols to maintain high technical standards.
• Provide strategic guidance on emerging EH&S trends, technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Collaborate with clients to define project goals, manage expectations, and deliver tailored solutions.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate project success and drive operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Geology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) consulting, with a strong foundation in Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Remediation.
• Demonstrated success in developing client relationships, securing new business, and delivering profitable project outcomes.
• Proven ability to lead and grow teams, mentor staff, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• In-depth knowledge of California environmental regulations, including Cal/OSHA, DTSC, and RWQCB requirements.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• Willingness to travel regionally to support client engagements and business development efforts.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Professional certifications such as CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist), CAC (Certified Asbestos Consultant), or PG/PE (Professional Geologist/Engineer) are highly desirable.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefit

Additional Information

• A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $155,000.00 - $195,000.00. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO and Job Accommodations

• We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering.
• J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.