Sr Project Manager - IH

Apex Companies, LLC; Rockville (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Apex Companies, LLC in Rockville, MD is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead an Industrial Hygiene practice. You will manage a diverse portfolio of IH and hazardous materials projects for federal, municipal, and commercial clients across DC/Maryland/Virginia, from proposal through completion.

The role emphasizes client relations, budgeting, scheduling, and mentoring staff, with a hybrid schedule and opportunities to shape a growing program. A CIH or CSP is preferred and travel is 5-10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or related field (Master preferred).
• 10+ years of consulting experience in IH and hazardous materials projects.
• CIH, CSP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, IAQ and IH practices.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, proposals, and subcontractors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with changing priorities.
• Excellent writing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate across a consulting environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365; Deltek Vision and CRM a plus.
• Travel about 5-10% in the DC/MD/VA region.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple IH and hazardous materials projects, ensuring safety, on schedule, and within budget.
• Serve as the primary client contact, building trusted relationships through communication and expertise.
• Lead projects including asbestos inspections, lead-based paint, mold, IAQ, and IH services.
• Develop scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and work plans.
• Review technical reports and regulatory documents for quality and compliance.
• Coordinate staffing, subcontractors, and internal resources for multiple projects.
• Mentor project managers, scientists, and field staff with technical guidance.
• Conduct site visits across DC, MD, and VA for inspections and planning.
• Collaborate with Apex offices to deliver innovative solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and new project opportunities.
• Foster safety, quality, and continuous improvement on projects.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Technical writing

Team mentoring

Budget management

Scheduling

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Environmental Health & Safety

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Deltek Vision

CRM platforms

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Summary

Are you an experienced Industrial Hygiene professional looking to lead impactful projects while helping grow an established practice? Apex Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Industrial Hygiene team in Rockville, MD.

In this role, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects for commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal clients throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. From asbestos and lead inspections to indoor air quality investigations, mold assessments, and traditional Industrial Hygiene services, you'll oversee projects from proposal through completion while partnering with clients to solve complex environmental and occupational health challenges.

Your Responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager

• Manage multiple Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to Apex's high standards for quality.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, developing trusted relationships through exceptional communication, technical expertise, and responsive service.
• Lead projects involving:
  • Asbestos inspections, management planning, and consulting
  • Lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments
  • Mold investigations and remediation oversight
  • Indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments
  • Industrial Hygiene services including noise monitoring, ventilation evaluations, and personal exposure monitoring
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and work plans while monitoring project performance from kickoff through completion.
• Review technical reports, project deliverables, and regulatory documentation to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Coordinate project staffing, subcontractors, and internal resources to successfully deliver multiple concurrent projects.
• Mentor and support project managers, scientists, and field staff by providing technical guidance and encouraging professional development.
• Conduct occasional site visits throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region for senior-level inspections, quality assurance, client meetings, and project planning.
• Collaborate with Industrial Hygiene professionals and technical experts across Apex's offices to deliver innovative solutions and share best practices.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and support new project opportunities by consistently delivering outstanding service and technical expertise.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement on every project.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred).
• 10+ years of consulting experience managing Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects.
• Professional certification such as CIH, CSP, or other relevant credentials is preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, indoor air quality, and traditional Industrial Hygiene practices.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, proposals, subcontractors, and technical deliverables.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects while balancing changing priorities and client expectations.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior staff within a collaborative consulting environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365; experience with Deltek Vision and CRM platforms is a plus.
• Ability to travel approximately 5-10% throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.

Why You'll Love Working at Apex

• Manage a diverse mix of projects. Work across commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal markets on a wide variety of Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects.
• Shape your own career. Whether your goals include technical leadership, client development, or growing a practice, you'll have the support and flexibility to build your career your way.
• Collaborate with industry experts. Partner with experienced professionals across Apex's national network and contribute to projects throughout the region.
• Enjoy flexibility. Hybrid schedule with approximately two days per week in the Rockville office.
• Company-subsidized medical and dental coverage.
• Company-paid life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities.
• Performance-based bonuses and additional incentive opportunities.
• Join one of the nation's leading environmental consulting firms with more than 2,000 professionals across 70+ offices nationwide.

Compensation

Annual Expected Pay Range: $90,000 – $120,000 USD

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