Senior Project Manager / Project Director - Industrial Hygiene

J.S. Held•Sacramento, 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 high-impact, entrepreneurial leadership role is intended for a professional with deep Industrial Hygiene expertise and a strong record in client development, strategic growth, and market expansion. The position will help drive the regional practice’s growth and profitability by delivering high-quality technical solutions, cultivating client relationships, and building a high-performing team. The role includes identifying and pursuing business opportunities; collaborating with executive leadership on service offerings, go-to-market strategies, and regional positioning; and advising clients across real estate, insurance, legal, construction, industry, and public agencies. The position leads proposals, client presentations, contract negotiations, strategic account management, and cross-functional efforts to grow revenue. The successful candidate oversees and contributes to EH&S projects, including Industrial Hygiene assessments involving asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and indoor air quality; environmental investigations and property assessments; and exposure assessments, risk characterization, and mitigation planning. The role ensures technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction; leads multidisciplinary teams; establishes QA/QC protocols; provides guidance on emerging EH&S trends, technologies, and regulations; mentors junior staff; collaborates with clients on project goals and expectations; and tracks KPIs to evaluate project outcomes and operational efficiency. 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 Environmental, Health & Safety 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 to travel regionally to support client engagements and business development efforts.

Nice To Haves

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

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 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 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 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.
Travel regionally as needed to support client engagements and business development efforts.