Senior Certified Industrial Hygienist

CTEH; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Certified Industrial Hygienist to lead complex projects and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This role involves managing teams, developing project plans, and fostering client relationships to drive business growth. The successful candidate will have a strong background in industrial hygiene and building sciences, with the ability to develop innovative solutions to health and safety challenges. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will help shape the future of building sciences and make a positive impact on community health and safety.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in industrial hygiene and building sciences.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Experience managing complex projects and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage industrial hygiene projects ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Cultivate client relationships and drive business development.
• Mentor junior staff and enhance team performance.

Skills

Industrial Hygiene Practices

Building Sciences

Project Management

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or Related Field

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

Master’s Degree in Related Science Field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

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The Senior Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) at CTEH is responsible for managing complex industrial hygiene (IH) and building sciences projects, developing personnel, and generating revenue within the Building Sciences division. The successful candidate will bring expertise in industrial hygiene and building-related health and safety concerns, while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The Senior CIH will lead projects from initiation through completion, ensuring that all aspects of industrial hygiene are addressed, including scope of work development, worker health, site safety, environmental controls, and remediation verification. The Senior CIH is also expected to contribute to business development efforts, enhance team capabilities, and maintain strong relationships with clients. Good decision-making skills, a high level of creativity in developing unique solutions to problems, interfacing with project management, with the client, and with other stakeholders are necessary. Preference will be given to candidates based in Florida or who hold the credentials necessary to perform building science-related tasks in the state. This position reports directly to the Director of Building Sciences and involves some travel to client sites.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Commensurate with Experience

ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE

• Lead and manage building sciences and industrial hygiene projects from initiation to completion, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop, execute, and manage project plans, including budgeting, staffing, and scheduling, to ensure that project milestones are met and client expectations are exceeded.
• Cultivate relationships with clients and drive business development efforts, identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow the Building Sciences division’s portfolio.
• Manage and mentor a team of industrial hygiene professionals, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer to enhance team performance.
• Provide technical expertise in building-related health hazards, including, but not limited to, air quality and hazardous materials assessments.
• Develop and implement scientific sampling methods for IH and large loss projects.
• Provide leadership in generating project proposals, client communications, and reports, including presenting findings and recommendations to clients and regulatory agencies.
• Lead the preparation of project- and site-specific scope of work plans, sampling work plans, remediation plan, and final / remediation verification reports.
• Act as a subject matter expert for building sciences projects, ensuring that best practices and cutting-edge methodologies are employed.
• Generate revenue by identifying new business opportunities and managing projects that align with the company's strategic goals.
• Ensure readiness for large loss response by maintaining adequate project equipment, sampling media, and supplies for the region.
• Mentor junior staff and help build a robust knowledge base in building sciences, industrial hygiene practices, and regulatory standards.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, building science-related regulations, and evolving best practices to ensure continued compliance and safety on all projects.
• Assist in response efforts, including on-site evaluations, sampling, and health and safety consultations during hazardous material releases or building-related emergencies.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies, and ensure all activities align with regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education, Experience, & Credentials

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field (e.g., environmental science, chemistry, biology, engineering, etc.).
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation required.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in industrial hygiene, with a strong focus on building sciences or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a related science field is a plus.
• Florida Mold Assessor License.
• Florida Asbestos Consultant License is a plus, but a successful applicant must be willing to obtain this license within 12 months of the date of hire.
• Experience in managing complex projects and leading teams.
• Previous experience with building sciences, including air quality, noise assessments, and hazard identification in built environments.
• Experience with implementing appropriate measures according to the IICRC S500 and S520 standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant project management software.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong understanding of industrial hygiene practices, building sciences, and environmental health and safety regulations.
• Business development and client relationship management skills with a proven track record of generating new business opportunities.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams, providing technical guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Expertise in developing project proposals, estimates, scope of work and remediation protocols, and final reports.
• Ability to develop and implement IH programs and provide recommendations to improve workplace safety.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends for improved health and safety outcomes.
• Knowledge of building-specific health hazards (e.g., air quality, mold, asbestos, lead) and the ability to design sampling strategies and safety plans.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to clients and regulatory agencies clearly and effectively.
• Travel is required for project-related site visits and emergency response activities.
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting, standing, and walking
• Lifting up to 50 pounds several times a day
• Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
• Bending, stooping, climbing ladders and crawling
• Long hours involving overtime and weekends as necessary
• Keyboarding/typing
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen, sampling device and/or a paper copy
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Unscheduled travel for extended periods of time
• Dress out in physically demanding personal protective equipment (PPE) for site entry at HAZWOPER sites as required under 29CFR 1910.120
• Wear half-face and full-face air purifying respirator (APR) as well as supplied air respirators in the form of Self-Contained
• Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and airline-supplied respirator with medical clearance as required under 29CFR 1910.134
• Wear encapsulating personal protective equipment
  
  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Flexible work environment (Remote, Office, and Project Location are the most common);
• May work outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy, and windy conditions;
• May occasionally work shifts up to 24 hours in duration;
• May encounter environments presenting physical hazards of uneven ground, standing water, ditches, dusty conditions, rapidly moving transportation and remediation equipment, and physical stress associated with the wear of personal protective equipment;
• May work at altitudes greater than 5000 feet above sea level;
• May work on land, sea, or air;
• May work in a setting with potential physical and chemical hazards; and
• Travel frequency and duration varies based on each project.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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