Senior Environmental Inspector & Field Specialist

Regionalchamber; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Licensing support

Diverse projects

Collaborative environment

Job summary

NoVA Environmental Solutions in Northern Virginia is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Inspector & Field Specialist to join our field operations. The role focuses on asbestos and lead inspections and expanding to related environmental consulting services across Northern Virginia, MD, and DC.

Expected to independently conduct inspections, collect samples, document site conditions, interpret lab results, and prepare professional reports, while managing multiple assignments with minimal

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of relevant professional experience in environmental inspections, assessments, or related consulting services.
• Must possess current asbestos inspector and lead-based paint inspector licenses or certifications in VA, MD, or DC.
• Strong technical report-writing abilities and familiarity with regulations and sampling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct residential, commercial, and institutional asbestos inspections, including pre-renovation and pre-demolition surveys.
• Perform lead-based paint inspections using XRF technology and other sampling methods.
• Conduct asbestos project monitoring, air sampling, and clearance evaluations as qualified.
• Assist with mold/moisture assessments, indoor air quality investigations, and industrial hygiene evaluations.
• Collect and document environmental samples for laboratory analysis.
• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting field observations and results.
• Maintain accurate field notes, photographs, sampling records, and project documentation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, and property managers.
• Manage assigned projects to meet scheduling and reporting deadlines.
• Ensure work complies with regulations, standards, and NES quality controls.

Skills

Asbestos inspections

Lead-based paint inspections

Environmental sampling

Field documentation

Client communication

Education

Asbestos inspector license

Lead-based paint inspector license

Driver's license

Tools

XRF equipment

Job description

Senior Environmental Inspector & Field Specialist

Location: Fairfax, VA – Field-Based
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $75,000–$85,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience

About NoVA Environmental Solutions

NoVA Environmental Solutions, LLC (NES) is an established environmental consulting and industrial hygiene firm headquartered in Winchester, Virginia, with an additional location in Fairfax.

We provide professional environmental inspection, testing, and consulting services throughout Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC, and surrounding areas. Our clients include residential property owners, commercial and industrial facilities, contractors, property managers, healthcare organizations, and government agencies.

Our services include asbestos inspections and project monitoring, lead-based paint inspections, mold and moisture assessments, indoor air quality investigations, industrial hygiene evaluations, hazardous building materials surveys, and environmental sampling.

Position Overview

NES is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Inspector & Field Specialist to join our team.

We are looking for a knowledgeable, dependable environmental professional with substantial experience in asbestos and lead inspections who can also contribute to other environmental consulting and industrial hygiene services.

The successful candidate will independently conduct field inspections and assessments, collect environmental samples, document site conditions, interpret laboratory results, and prepare accurate, professional technical reports.

This position requires strong technical knowledge, sound professional judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

This is an experienced-level position. We are seeking someone who can contribute to our field operations with minimal additional training.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct residential, commercial, and institutional asbestos inspections, including pre-renovation and pre-demolition surveys.
• Perform lead-based paint inspections using X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology and other applicable sampling methods.
• Conduct asbestos project monitoring, air sampling, visual inspections, and clearance evaluations, as qualified.
• Perform or assist with mold and moisture assessments, indoor air quality investigations, and industrial hygiene evaluations.
• Collect and document environmental samples for laboratory analysis.
• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting field observations, analytical results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate field notes, photographs, sampling records, and other project documentation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, property managers, and other project stakeholders.
• Manage assigned projects efficiently while meeting scheduling and reporting deadlines.
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with applicable regulations, industry standards, and NES quality-control procedures.

Required Qualifications

Minimum five years of relevant professional experience in environmental inspections, assessments, or related consulting services.

Candidates must possess current asbestos inspector and lead-based paint inspector licenses or certifications applicable in at least one of the following jurisdictions: Virginia, Maryland, or Washington, DC.

Additional qualifications include demonstrated experience conducting asbestos and lead inspections independently, strong technical report-writing abilities, familiarity with applicable regulations and sampling procedures, excellent communication skills, and a valid driver's license.

Licensing in multiple jurisdictions, particularly Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC, is strongly preferred.

Additional experience with asbestos project monitoring, mold assessments, indoor air quality investigations, lead risk assessments, or industrial hygiene is highly desirable.

Compensation and Benefits

NES offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual salary of $75,000–$85,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and professional licensing.
• Health and dental insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Opportunities to maintain and expand professional licenses and certifications.
• Diverse projects across multiple environmental consulting disciplines.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Work Location and Travel

This is a full-time, field-based position primarily serving clients throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC, with additional assignments in the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding areas.

NES maintains offices in Fairfax and Winchester, Virginia.

Regular travel to project sites is required. Occasional early starts, extended field assignments, or work outside normal business hours may be necessary.

Join Our Team

At NES, we take pride in the quality of our work, our commitment to our clients, and the professionalism of our team.

We're looking for an experienced environmental professional who shares those values and is interested in contributing to an established, growing environmental consulting firm.

NoVA Environmental Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.