Sr Project Manager - Industrial Hygiene

apexcompanies; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunities

Job summary

Apex Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects in the DC/MD/VA region, including asbestos, lead paint, and IAQ services. You will manage scopes, budgets, and client relationships while mentoring junior staff.

The role emphasizes collaboration across Apex's national network, with a focus on technical excellence and delivering safe, compliant, high-quality results for federal, municipal, and private sector clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of IH and hazardous materials consulting experience.
• Professional certification such as CIH or CSP preferred.
• Strong knowledge of asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, IAQ, and IH practices.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, proposals, subcontractors, and deliverables.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with changing priorities and client expectations.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects safely, on schedule, within budget.
• Serve as the primary client contact, building trusted relationships through communication and expertise.
• Lead projects involving asbestos inspections, lead-based paint, mold, IAQ, and related IH services.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and work plans, monitoring progress from kickoff to completion.
• Review technical reports and regulatory documentation for quality and compliance.
• Coordinate staffing, subcontractors, and internal resources for multiple concurrent projects.
• Mentor project managers, scientists, and field staff with technical guidance.
• Conduct site visits across the DC, MD, and VA region for inspections and planning.
• Collaborate with IH professionals across Apex offices to share best practices and solutions.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and secure new projects.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication

Relationship building

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm-we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.

Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.

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.

You'll join a collaborative team that values technical excellence, client service, and professional growth, with the opportunity to shape your own career while working alongside experienced professionals across Apex's national network.

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 develop