Senior Industrial Hygiene/Project Manager

Medium; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix New World Engineering; New Jersey/New York metro area seeks a Senior Industrial Hygiene Technician/Project Manager to provide advanced technical execution and on-site leadership for IH projects. The role emphasizes monitoring for asbestos, lead, and mold, along with regulatory compliance and mentoring of junior staff.

The position requires 7+ years of IH field experience, strong report writing, and the ability to manage multi‑phase projects, with the company offering competitive hourly

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of IH field monitoring and inspections.
• Advanced IH certifications are mandatory (as listed in requirements).
• Strong ability to write clear, technical field reports and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute high‑risk field assignments including asbestos, lead, and mold monitoring.
• Serve as lead site technician and liaison for large or multi‑phase projects.
• Conduct site investigations, risk assessments, and final clearance inspections.
• Review field data and chain‑of‑custody forms for accuracy.
• Draft technical field reports and regulatory compliance documents.

Skills

Asbestos monitoring

Lead paint sampling

Mold assessment

Regulatory compliance

Field report writing

Mentoring juniors

Project management

Client liaison

Safety leadership

Education

AS or BS in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Safety

Tools

Air sampling equipment

Calibration equipment

Job description

Matrix New World Engineering, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. Explore further at www.MWNE.com and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced and certified Senior Industrial Hygiene Technician/Project Manager to provide advanced technical execution, site leadership, and mentorship for our industrial hygiene and regulated building materials projects in the New York metro area.

Annual Salary Range: $55 – $75 per hour commensurate with experience and advanced certifications

What You'll Do

• Lead and execute complex, high-risk field assignments, including specialized monitoring for asbestos, lead, mold, and general industrial hygiene exposure assessments (e.g., noise, chemical air sampling).
• Act as the lead site technician and on-site client/contractor liaison for large-scale or multi-phase projects, ensuring all field work aligns with the approved scope and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct and document comprehensive site investigations, risk assessments, and final clearance inspections with minimal oversight.
• Perform initial quality review of field data, photographs, and chain-of-custody forms collected by junior staff to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Draft highly technical field reports, data summaries, and regulatory compliance documents for final review by the Project Manager or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
• Provide on-the-job mentorship and technical training to Junior and Mid-Level Technicians on advanced sampling techniques, complex abatement procedures, and regulatory interpretation.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state/local EHS regulations on all assigned projects.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot sophisticated industrial hygiene monitoring equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma required; AS or BS degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Safety, or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7+ years of dedicated experience in performing asbestos, lead paint, mold, and general industrial hygiene field monitoring and inspections.
• Advanced combination of IH certifications is mandatory:
• NYSDOL Asbestos Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician (AHERA accreditation preferred).
• NYSDOL Mold Assessor.
• NJ/EPA/NY Lead Risk Assessor/Inspector (or equivalent advanced accreditation).
• NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator.
• Expert working knowledge of federal, state, and local IH and EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, NYCDEP, NYSDOL, etc.).
• Proven ability to write clear, technically accurate field reports and mentor junior colleagues.
• Must be available to provide site coverage for off-hours and extended shifts as necessary.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and be medically cleared to wear negative pressure respirator.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to DOT-regulated random drug & alcohol testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Additional advanced accreditations (e.g., Asbestos Project Designer or Supervisor).
• Proven experience in general health and safety oversight (beyond RBMs) or construction safety management.
• Working towards a professional certification such as CIH or CSP.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.