Industrial Hygiene Specialist

Arcadis•Charlotte, NC

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking an Industrial Hygiene Specialist to conduct inspections, bulk sampling, abatement oversight, air monitoring, and assessments for projects in manufacturing plants, warehouses, public and private buildings, schools, and homes. The role supports work involving asbestos, lead-based paint, hazardous building materials, indoor air quality, mold, water damage, ventilation, and chemical exposure assessments. The specialist also contributes to health and safety plans and supports abatement and remediation projects. This is a client-focused consulting role. The specialist coordinates with agencies, clients, management, staff, and subcontractors to establish project scopes and schedules; conducts advanced technical surveys and oversees subcontractor work; documents field activities; reviews field observations and laboratory data; and prepares technical memoranda, summary reports, and other client deliverables. The role includes assisting with project reports, scoping projects, and preparing proposals alongside senior staff. The employee receives technical and business mentorship from senior EH&S consulting team members and mentors and supports junior Industrial Hygiene staff. The position requires travel as needed, which may include overnight trips and weekends. The employee must have a valid driver's license, pass a medical examination and be medically cleared to wear a negative-pressure respirator, and be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds of equipment throughout an eight-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.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to pass a medical examination and be medically cleared to wear a negative-pressure respirator.
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds of equipment throughout an eight-hour shift.
Willingness to travel as needed, including overnight trips and weekends.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER.
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 and able to work independently and with a project team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Complete inspections, bulk sampling, abatement oversight, air monitoring, and assessments for a variety of projects.
Conduct asbestos and lead-based paint surveys and support abatement projects.
Conduct indoor air quality and mold investigations, mold and water damage remediation, and ventilation assessments.
Develop and review 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.
Assist with project reports, scoping projects, and preparing proposals with senior staff.
Mentor and support junior staff within the Industrial Hygiene group.