Industrial Hygienist / Project Manager

J.S. Held • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

J.S. Held is seeking a commercially driven and technically accomplished Industrial Hygienist / Project Manager for its Industrial Hygiene & the Built Environment team. This high-impact, entrepreneurial leadership role combines deep industrial hygiene expertise with client development, strategic growth, and market expansion. The successful candidate will help grow the practice across the region by delivering high-quality technical solutions, cultivating client relationships, and building a high-performing team.

The role involves identifying business opportunities, collaborating with executive leadership on service offerings and regional positioning, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients across real estate, insurance, legal, construction, industry, and public agencies. The position also oversees and contributes to environmental, health, and safety projects, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

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 to shape service offerings, go-to-market strategies, and regional positioning.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients in real estate, insurance, legal, construction, industry, and public agencies.
• Lead proposal development, client presentations, and contract negotiations to secure projects.
• Drive revenue growth through strategic account management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Oversee and contribute to industrial hygiene assessments, environmental investigations, 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 environmental and health and safety initiatives.
• Develop and implement quality assurance and quality control protocols.
• 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 key performance indicators to evaluate project success and improve operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment, with remote work available when needed.
• Flexible Time Off policy.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Commuter benefit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level