Project Mgr Industrial Hygiene

Ocean State Job Lot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra is seeking a Project Manager-Industrial Hygiene responsible for coordinating staff and contractors, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and developing assessment strategies to reduce occupational hazards. You will oversee IH service contracts, budgets, and safety training.

Responsibilities include conducting inspections, maintaining IH policies, and guiding a team to implement and monitor safety programs across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience as a project manager in industrial hygiene, occupational health or related field.
• Working knowledge of industrial hygiene practices and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, review, support and maintain Metra's industrial hygiene programs.
• Manage Metra's industrial hygiene service contracts and budgets.
• Conduct inspections of Metra's facilities for OSHA compliance; train staff on IH programs.

Skills

Project management

Industrial hygiene

OSHA compliance

Budget management

Communication

Training others

Report writing

Time management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Project management software

Job description

Metra is America’s fourth busiest commuter rail system, providing essential transportation services to a community of over 9.4 million residents. As an organization of over 2,600 professionals, we are committed to safely and efficiently meeting the growing and changing transportation needs of the commuters and businesses we serve.
To meet those needs, Metra employs a diverse workforce in an environment that fosters creativity and drives innovation. We invite you to learn more about Metra and the many career opportunities we offer.

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

Qualified veterans who meet the minimum requirements will receive outreach during the recruitment process in accordance with Federal and State laws, including the Illinois Veterans Preference Act. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or job offer. The most qualified candidate will be selected.

Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

Metra’s Safety and Environmental Compliance Department is responsible for the implementation, oversight and coordination of the agency’s passenger and employee safety programs. In addition to safety programs, the department oversees rail safety education and outreach programs and emergency evacuation training for first responders. The department is also responsible for reporting railroad incident and accident data to federal and state regulatory agencies. The department’s environmental compliance function includes inspection and testing for environmental safety (air quality, hazardous materials storage, etc.) at Metra-controlled facilities. The department also oversees environmental mitigation, employee training and the agency’s hazardous waste disposal program.

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager-Industrial Hygiene, the Project Manager-Industrial Hygiene will coordinate staff and contractors to manage industrial hygiene projects; ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations; develop assessment strategies, implement monitoring evaluations, analyze workplace exposure hazard potentials, evaluate data and recommend actions to reduce airborne, material derived and other potential workplace hazards. The primary duties include; providing support for industrial hygiene service contracts, conduct inspections for OSHA compliance, conducting and/or oversee projects to evaluate and control employee and passenger exposure to hazardous materials, physical and biological agents. Duties will also include maintenance, training and upkeep of various Industrial Hygiene policies and procedures/databases such as; fall protection, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, emergency evacuation planning, SOS database management, etc. and to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

The primary duties include: Develop, manage, review, support and maintain Metra's various industrial hygiene programs. Manage Metra's industrial hygiene service contracts and budgets. Conduct inspections of Metra's facilities for compliance with OSHA and other applicable rules/regulations. Conduct employee training for implementation of Metra's industrial hygiene programs. Coordinate team’s day-to-day activities, assign tasks/projects and monitor performance, and provide guidance and training, but is not a supervisor. Responsible for the safety objectives, goals, and program of the organization ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations. Works under both inside and outside environmental conditions under prevailing conditions of heat, cold, rain, and snow. Be able to wear a half face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health or another related field. An advanced degree is preferred, but not required. OR in lieu of specified degree, any combination of education and experience may be substituted for the specified degree that equals four (4) years in industrial hygiene or environmental compliance.
• In addition to #1, five (5) years of experience as a project manager in industrial hygiene, occupational health or related field.
• Working knowledge of industrial hygiene practices and regulations.
• Working knowledge of principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Familiar with transportation terms and procedures and local, state, and federal rules and regulations governing occupational health and industrial hygiene.
• Considerable knowledge of industrial hygiene practices, procedures, and local, state and federal rules and regulations governing occupational health and industrial hygiene.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, specifically, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Project management software use is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, and organization skills are a necessity.
• Excellent project development and management as well as planning and scheduling skills with a clear understanding of methods and techniques.
• Ability to manage time, multiple projects, and work in a fast-paced environment independently and maintain a high degree of accuracy, quality, and thoroughness.
• Ability to train others, set priorities, develop work schedules, monitor progress towards goals, meet deadlines, track and document all project activities.
• Ability to interpret a variety of engineering drawings, maps, specifications, and other documents and materials; and prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state and local policies, laws, and regulations to project plans.
• OSHA 40 hour HAZWOPER and 8 hour refresher as needed.
• DOT Hazmat Shipper Certification or obtain within 3 months.
• Class B/C UST Operation Certification or obtain within 12 months of hire.
• FRA Roadway Worker Certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
• State of Illinois Asbestos Building Inspector and Lead Risk Assessor (or obtain within 12 months of hire).
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, for extended periods of time.
• Hearing/Visual acuity, far/near, depth perception, field of vision, color vision.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle.
• Must be willing to travel within and outside of Metra’s 6-county region.
• Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.
• Must be available on-call 24-hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year, including weekends and holidays.

Preferred:

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees’ use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, and on Metra property,
Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions.

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