Industrial Hygienist / Project Manager

J.S. Held LLC•San Francisco, CA

4d•$90,000 - $145,000•Remote

About The Position

J.S. Held is seeking a commercially driven and technically accomplished Industrial Hygienist / Project Manager to join its Industrial Hygiene & the Built Environment team. This high-impact, entrepreneurial leadership role combines deep Industrial Hygiene expertise with client development, strategic growth, and regional market expansion. The successful candidate will help grow the practice’s profitability by delivering high-quality technical solutions, cultivating client relationships, and building a high-performing team. The role leads business development and strategic initiatives, advises clients across real estate, insurance, legal, construction, industry, and public-agency sectors, and oversees complex EH&S project delivery. Work includes industrial hygiene assessments, environmental investigations, exposure assessments, risk characterization, and mitigation planning. The position also supports technical quality, regulatory compliance, client satisfaction, team development, and operational efficiency. The position is remote. The estimated salary range is $90,000 to $145,000. J.S. Held describes its work environment as flexible and allows employees to work remotely when needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in industrial hygiene, EH&S, or environmental consulting.
Experience managing projects, including scope, budget, schedule, fieldwork, and client communication.
Technical experience with industrial hygiene assessments, including asbestos, lead, mold, indoor air quality, and exposure monitoring.
Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, and state and local requirements.
Strong technical writing, communication, and client-management skills.

Nice To Haves

CIH, CSP, CAC, CSST, or other relevant state certifications or licenses.

Responsibilities

Identify and pursue new business opportunities using industry networks and market insight.
Collaborate with executive leadership on service offerings, go-to-market strategies, and regional positioning.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients across 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.
Oversee and contribute to EH&S projects, including industrial hygiene assessments, environmental investigations and property assessments, exposure assessments, risk characterization, and mitigation planning.
Ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction throughout project phases.
Lead multidisciplinary teams in planning, executing, and delivering complex environmental and health and safety initiatives.
Develop and implement 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 continuous improvement and professional development.
Collaborate with clients to define project goals, manage expectations, and deliver tailored solutions.
Track and report KPIs to evaluate project success and improve operational efficiency.