Senior Environmental IH Project Lead (Asbestos/Lead)

Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc.; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Vision and dental coverage

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training and certifications

Job summary

Forensic Analytical Consulting Services, Inc. in Downers Grove, IL, is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead asbestos, lead, mold and other industrial hygiene projects.

You will coordinate clients, budgets, proposals, and field teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and timely reports. Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 8 years of project leadership, CIH certification, a relevant science degree, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science and CIH certification are required.
• Minimum 8 years of experience leading large, complex projects.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage asbestos, lead, mold and IH projects with client interaction.
• Develop proposals, budgets, final reports and remediation specs.
• Oversee field surveys, inspections, abatement oversight and regulatory compliance.
• Forecast revenue, monitor budgets, milestones, and travel as needed.
• Mentor staff, support recruitment, and ensure QA/QC processes.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Budgeting

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene/Health & Safety/Physical Science

Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

CRM system

Project management software

Job description

At FACS, our mission is to make environments safer and healthier for the people who live and work in them. As one of the nation's leading environmental health consulting firms, we help organizations protect their people, assets, and communities. We are built on purpose, partnership, and performance—delivering measurable impact with every client engagement.

Our Values

We live our mission through three core values:

• People First:Support our team and clients, promote professional growth, and value collaboration.
• Integrity of the Science:Deliver accurate, reliable results through objective, evidence-based practices.
• Client Relationships for Life:Build long-term partnerships and help clients address environmental health challenges.

About FACS & You

At FACS, your work contributes directly to safer, healthier communities. Ranked "Best Places to Work" for five consecutive years, we invest in your success through training, mentorship, and support for professional certifications—so you can grow, thrive, and build a career with lasting impact.

Curious to see what we do?

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Why Join Us

• Impact:Contribute meaningful work that empowers teams and drives results across the organization.
• Culture:Thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and mission-driven environment where your work matters.
• Growth:Innovate, develop your skills, and help shape the future of how we operate and deliver on our mission.
• Visibility:Partner directly with leadership and cross-functional teams to make a real difference.

Primary Function:

Manage mold and other industrial hygiene projects, including communicating with prospective and existing clients, overseeing project coordinators, project managers, and technicians, developing proposals, managing project budgets, and preparing final reports and remediation specifications. Additional responsibilities include conducting on-site surveys, inspections, and assessments; providing abatement oversight and monitoring; and auditing safety procedures and compliance with applicable industrial hygiene and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

Operational

• Prepare proposals and budgets for projects and present to clients for approval.
• Forecast revenue over 90 day period.
• Attend job walks, pre-construction job walks and attend meetings with potential and existing clients.
• Review project scope and select tasks and deliverables.
• Field calls from potential and existing clients with ability and knowledge to answer questions.
• Review and provide feedback for project drawings, plans and specifications.
• Perform field investigations.
• Monitor project budgets, determine the scope, turn-around time, client interaction, timing and rates.
• Monitor and guide field personnel activity and quality.
• Review time-entry for staff on projects to ensure correct rates and budgets are met.
• Check turn-around times for laboratory analysis and details of outside laboratory charges on the
• Maintain WIP (work in progress) to verify they are entered and correct.
• Select, rent or borrow the necessary equipment for projects.
• Prepare and review reports for projects.
• Meet the targets specified in the Incentive Compensation Plan.
• Follow the procedure for invoicing projects on a progress or a final close out.
• Provide assistance to Accounting when tasked for collections or invoicing issues.
• Ensure accurate time and expenses entry daily, and update milestones.
• Assist with recruitment of staff by participating in interviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Perform the responsibilities of the Client Resources Manager.
• Work with Supervisor to establish personal operational goals.
• Save and organize all project-related paperwork into electronic project file.
• Verify equipment calibration and record.

People Development

• Provide leadership and management to the assigned team.
• Work with the Project Coordinators and team to follow procedures for opening new projects; includes completing Project Intake Form with all required information, establish the schedule for the project and assign staff.
• Ensure that Project Coordinators are billable and achieve their bill revenue

Business Development

• Achieve 100% of Billable revenue target as set by the company.
• Maintain relationships with clients and grow business from existing customer base.
• Refer opportunities for new service lines within existing accounts and/or new customer opportunities to the appropriate FACS Business Development or Sales representative.
• Make and log customer service/business development calls in Client Resource Management (CRM) system.
• Attend association meetings, as requested by Director.
• Progress calls and assign meeting attendance into personal meetings and/or presentations.
• Attend targeted meetings.
• Arrange presentation opportunities.
• Deliver presentations.
• Refer and/or engage the Business Development team in local opportunities.
• Assist in the preparation of marketing resources (project summaries).

Technical

• Maintain technical certifications
• Attend required technical training (internal, FACS University, and external).
• Assist in the development of staff
• Participate in Quality Assurance / Quality Control audits

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Project Manager, successfully managing large and complex projects in at least one of our service lines.
• Must have established relationships with multiple clients from successfully managing their projects and be the clients' main contact for the company
• Willing to travel when necessary and flexibility in schedule.
• Deep knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, practices, and regulations, including exposure assessments, hazard control, and personal protective equipment.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical data effectively communicate findings to diverse technical and non-technical audiences.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Competent in all aspects of computing software necessary for the position.
• Possess professional and proficient verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Abilities:

• Effective, professional, and clear communication skills, both written and oral.
• Flexibility in work schedule and willing to travel to different project locations, as needed.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office
• Experience in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software with Project Management and Client Resource Management (CRM) features

Education / Credential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Health and Safety, Biological or Physical Science or equivalent.
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification is required

Qualifications

Physical & Work Requirements

• Physical ability to stoop, kneel, climb, crawl, walk, and stand for extended periods in varied work environments while performing sampling activities
• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for documentation and reporting
• Must be able to pass a background check, annual medical examinations, and OSHA-required respirator fit tests
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
• Ability to travel locally to assigned client and project sites

Compensation and Rewards

FACS offers a competitive total-rewards package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth, including:

Competitive base pay and a performance-based incentive bonus plan tied to individual and team achievement.

Medical coverage with 100% company-paid premiums for employees and their families, plus 50% of the annual deductible covered by the company.

401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.

Vision and dental plan options.

Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care expenses.

Three weeks of PTO accrual, paid holidays, volunteer days, and a floating holiday.

Tuition reimbursement, paid training, mentorship, and professional certifications to support career advancement.

Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, Rocket Lawyer legal services, and Verizon mobile-phone plan benefits.

Voluntary benefits, including supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents, short-term disability, hospital, accident, and pet insurance.

Donation matching program.

Actual compensation is determined based on geographic location, relevant knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, and internal equity. Please refer to the compensation range displayed in this job posting.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forensic Analytical Consulting Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We welcome and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, people of color, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening, consistent with applicable law.