Project Manager - Industrial Hygiene

J.S. Held LLC•San Francisco, CA

4d•$110,000 - $165,000•Remote

About The Position

J.S. Held is seeking an experienced Environmental Scientist, Industrial Hygienist, or Project Manager to join its Industrial Hygiene & Built Environment practice in Los Angeles. This role suits a seasoned professional with a background in environmental consulting, hazardous materials assessment, regulatory compliance, and client advisory services. The successful candidate will lead and manage complex environmental investigations, provide technical expertise on hazardous materials and indoor environmental quality, and support project delivery for commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, and insurance-related clients. The role includes field assessments, client engagement, project oversight, staff mentoring, and technical leadership. The job location type is remote, with travel to project sites throughout the Los Angeles area and surrounding regions. J.S. Held describes itself as a global consulting firm combining technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to help clients realize value and mitigate risk. The position's estimated salary range is $110,000–$165,000, with offered compensation depending on factors including skills, experience, training, location, scope, management responsibility, certifications, and client relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Engineering, Kinesiology, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in industrial hygiene, environmental consulting, hazardous materials management, or a related field, with demonstrated progression in responsibility.
Extensive experience conducting and managing asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality investigations.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, CDPH, and applicable hazardous materials regulations.
Experience overseeing environmental sampling programs, including air, bulk, and surface sampling, and interpreting laboratory data.
Demonstrated experience managing projects, coordinating field teams, and delivering high-quality client deliverables on schedule and within budget.
Strong technical writing, report preparation, and QA/QC review experience.
Ability to independently lead field investigations and travel to project sites throughout the Los Angeles area and surrounding regions.
Experience as a client-facing consultant providing technical recommendations to stakeholders.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Certified Site Surveillance Technician (CSST).
California Lead Sampling Technician Certification.
NIOSH 582 Microscopy Course or equivalent.
OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or progress toward professional certification.
EPA AHERA Inspector and/or Management Planner accreditation.
Experience mentoring junior staff and providing technical oversight.
Experience supporting business development initiatives, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.
Experience working on complex commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, or insurance-related projects.

Responsibilities

Lead and perform complex environmental investigations, inspections, and monitoring programs related to asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and other environmental hazards.
Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert for hazardous materials assessments, indoor air quality evaluations, and remediation projects.
Manage field activities, including air, bulk, and surface sampling programs, ensuring compliance with project objectives and applicable regulations.
Oversee and interpret environmental data, prepare technical reports, and provide recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.
Direct remediation and abatement oversight, including contractor monitoring, final visual inspections, and clearance air sampling.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and CDPH requirements, and company health and safety standards.
Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to ensure high-quality execution and client satisfaction.
Develop and maintain client relationships by providing technical guidance, regulatory interpretation, and strategic consulting support.
Mentor and support junior staff through field training, technical review, and professional development initiatives.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects, business development activities, and practice growth initiatives.
Contribute to continuous improvement of technical procedures, quality assurance programs, and best practices.
Maintain and calibrate field equipment and implement quality control and quality assurance procedures.