Senior Project Manager / Project Director - Industrial Hygiene

J.S. Held•San Francisco, CA

About The Position

J.S. Held is seeking a commercially driven and technically accomplished Senior Project Manager / Project Director to join its Industrial Hygiene & the Built Environment team. This entrepreneurial leadership role is focused on growing the practice regionally through high-quality technical work, client development, strategic growth, and market expansion. The successful candidate will cultivate client relationships, build a high-performing team, and contribute to the long-term success and profitability of the practice. The role serves clients across real estate, insurance, legal, construction, industry, and public agencies. It includes developing new business, shaping service offerings and regional positioning with executive leadership, leading proposals and negotiations, and overseeing a broad range of environmental, health, and safety projects. The position also guides multidisciplinary teams, ensures technical quality and regulatory compliance, mentors staff, and tracks project performance. J.S. Held describes itself as a global consulting firm combining technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise. The firm offers a flexible work environment that allows employees to work remotely when needed. Regional travel is required as needed to support client engagements and business development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Geology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
At least 10 years of progressive experience in EH&S consulting, with a strong foundation in Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Remediation.
Demonstrated success developing client relationships, securing new business, and delivering profitable project outcomes.
Proven ability to lead and grow teams, mentor staff, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performance culture.
In-depth knowledge of California environmental regulations, including Cal/OSHA, DTSC, and RWQCB requirements.
Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, including the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
Willingness and ability to travel regionally as needed for client engagements and business development.

Nice To Haves

CIH (Certified Industrial Hygienist) certification.
CAC (Certified Asbestos Consultant) certification.
PG (Professional Geologist) or PE (Professional Engineer) certification.

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 across real estate, insurance, legal, construction, industry, and public agency sectors.
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, property assessments, exposure assessments, risk characterization, and mitigation planning.
Ensure technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction across project phases.
Lead multidisciplinary teams in planning, executing, and delivering complex environmental and health and safety initiatives.
Develop and implement quality assurance/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.