Senior Industrial Hygienist

S&ME, Inc.•Mount Pleasant, SC

About The Position

Are you an Industrial Hygiene professional looking to elevate your technical expertise and project management skills while engaging in challenging health and safety projects? Join our incredible Environmental team in Charleston, South Carolina, as we're currently seeking a Senior Industrial Hygienist. Visit the Life tab on our LinkedIn profile to learn more about life at S&ME. What You Will Do: As a Senior Industrial Hygienist, you'll play a key role in helping clients create safer, healthier workplaces. You'll lead and manage industrial hygiene projects from start to finish, spending time in the field, guiding technical work, and translating findings into clear, practical recommendations. You'll work closely with a collaborative team while serving as a trusted expert for clients across manufacturing, education, municipal, and commercial environments. You'll balance hands-on technical work with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring staff, shaping project scopes, and supporting business growth. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and making a real impact on workplace health and safety. We Are S&ME: At S&ME, we're committed to your growth, professionally and personally. With over 50 years of experience delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, we've built a strong foundation for long-term careers. Our team of over 1,000 employee-owners across 10+ states collaborates to create a meaningful impact on our clients and communities. When you join S&ME, you become part of a collaborative, honest, and people-focused culture that invests in your success. We offer exciting project opportunities, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family. This is more than a job; it's a place to grow, thrive, and build a future. If you're passionate about making an impact and want to work with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements

We are looking for someone with a solid understanding of OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations and proven hands‑on experience applying industrial hygiene principles in the field.
You're comfortable navigating complex regulatory environments, making informed technical decisions, and serving as a trusted resource for both clients and project teams.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Safety and Health, Public Health, Physical Sciences, or a related field
Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant Industrial Hygiene and/or Occupational Safety and Health experience
Certifications/Professional Licensure-Registrations: Certified Industrial Hygienist
Certified Safety Professional
Excellent communication and public speaking/presentation skills
A proven track record of project management, meeting project requirements, and building client relationships
You can travel throughout the Southeast to project sites to support projects as needed.

Responsibilities

Lead Industrial Hygiene Projects: Plan and conduct field assessments related to industrial hygiene, hazardous materials, safety, and indoor air quality, evaluating risks and developing practical, defensible solutions for clients.
Deliver Clear, High‑Quality Reporting: Serve as a primary author and reviewer for complex technical reports, ensuring findings and recommendations are accurate, well‑communicated, and client‑ready.
Manage Scope, Proposals, and Budgets: Develop project scopes, budgets, and fee proposals, and oversee projects from kickoff through completion with a focus on quality and efficiency.
Act as a Trusted Client Partner: Serve as a key technical contact, present findings, support proposals, and contribute to strong, long‑term client relationships across a diverse client base.
Lead, Mentor, and Grow the Practice: Guide project teams, mentor junior staff, contribute to professional organizations, and support business development efforts within the office and region.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Programs
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
Wellness Program offering $50 off per month on 2027 premiums
Pet Insurance for your furry family members
Ownership & Financial Perks
100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
401(k) Retirement Plan to help you plan ahead
Term Life & Long-Term Care Coverage - available Spring 2026
Work-Life Balance & Career Development
Paid Holidays, PTO with rollover options, and Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
Mentorship & Career Development Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, and Credential Incentive Program
Employee Recognition Program, $2,000 Referral Bonuses, and a company vehicle & fuel card for project-based roles