Asbestos Investigator (NYC)

BSI; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 80,500 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group-sponsored health and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

BSI is hiring an Asbestos Investigator to support projects across the New York City area, primarily with the NYC School Construction Authority. This full-time position is ideal for candidates with a scientific background and hands-on field experience.

Key responsibilities include conducting industrial hygiene assessments, performing hazardous building material surveys, and delivering safety training programs. BSI offers a competitive salary of $80,500 to $95,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline.
• 2–5 years of experience in environmental health & safety or industrial hygiene.
• NYSDOL Asbestos Inspector license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct industrial hygiene exposure assessments and develop sampling strategies.
• Perform hazardous building material surveys following local and federal guidelines.
• Deliver safety and regulatory training programs to clients.

Skills

NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator license

Technical writing

Verbal communication skills

Field experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

2–5 years of experience in environmental health & safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Asbestos Investigator

Location: New York, NY

About the Role

BSI is hiring a Consulting Specialist – Industrial Hygiene to support projects across the New York City area, with the majority of work supporting the NYC School Construction Authority and additional clients throughout the region. This is a full‑time position with benefits, ideal for someone with a scientific background and hands‑on field experience looking to grow in the industrial hygiene space.

Must Have

• NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator license
• 1.5 years of asbestos related experience working under NYCDEP and/or NYSDOL regulations

Responsibilities

• Conduct industrial hygiene (IH) exposure assessments, including air and noise monitoring, and develop sampling strategies tailored to NYC regulatory requirements
• Perform hazardous building material surveys in accordance with local and federal guidelines
• Conduct health and safety inspections in the field (e.g., PPE compliance, lockout/tagout, confined space entry, machine guarding)
• Support and implement hazard communication and chemical safety programs across client sites
• Deliver in‑person safety and regulatory training programs to clients and contractors as needed
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) management systems
• Interpret field data and prepare clear, client‑ready technical reports using Microsoft Word and related software tools
• Collaborate with internal project teams and external clients to ensure effective and timely service delivery
• Perform site visits throughout the New York City metro area
• Participate in after‑hours and weekend work as needed (e.g., pre‑construction activities and contractor oversight)
• Work both independently in the field and on site

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science‑related field (e.g., Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline)
• 2–5 years of experience in the environmental health & safety, industrial hygiene, or related consulting field
• NYSDOL Asbestos Inspector license
• USEPA Lead Inspector license
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to create clear technical reports in Microsoft Word; beginner‑level Excel skills required
• Familiarity with AutoCAD preferred
• Experience working under NYC‑specific regulatory frameworks strongly preferred
• Professional certifications (CIH, CSP, ASP, CHMM, etc.) are a plus
• Must be willing to travel locally and regionally; personal vehicle is preferred but not required
• Willingness to support occasional evening or weekend project needs

What We Offer

BSI offers a competitive salary, group‑sponsored health and dental, short‑term and long‑term disability, a company‑matched 401(k) plan, company‑paid life insurance, 11 paid holidays, and 4 weeks paid time off.

The salary for this position can range from $80,500 to $95,000 annually; the advertised salary range reflects the level, scope and responsibilities of the role. Starting salary within that range will be determined based on experience, skills, market considerations and alignment with internal equity principles.

Equal Opportunity

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity.