Project Manager - Industrial Hygiene

J.S. Held•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

J.S. Held is seeking an experienced professional to join its Industrial Hygiene & Built Environment practice in Los Angeles. The role is suited to someone with a strong background in environmental consulting, hazardous materials assessment, regulatory compliance, and client advisory services. The successful candidate will lead 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 position also involves field assessments, client engagement, project oversight, staff mentoring, and technical leadership. The role requires managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; maintaining regulatory and company health and safety compliance; and contributing to technical procedures, quality assurance programs, business development, and practice growth. The role is based in Los Angeles and includes travel to project sites in the area and surrounding regions.

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 air, bulk, and surface sampling programs and interpreting laboratory data.
Demonstrated experience managing projects, coordinating field teams, and delivering client work 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, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.
Experience with complex commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, or insurance-related projects.

Responsibilities

Lead and perform environmental investigations, inspections, and monitoring programs related to asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and other environmental hazards.
Serve as a technical resource for hazardous materials assessments, indoor air quality evaluations, and remediation projects.
Manage field activities and air, bulk, and surface sampling programs in accordance 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 support quality execution and client satisfaction.
Develop and maintain client relationships through technical guidance, regulatory interpretation, and strategic consulting.
Mentor and support junior staff through field training, technical review, and professional development.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects, business development, and practice growth.
Contribute to technical procedures, quality assurance programs, and best practices.
Maintain and calibrate field equipment and implement quality control and quality assurance procedures.