Senior Industrial Hygienist (Remote - Northeast Region)
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At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. "For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you're not just forging a career, you're joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. A Day in the Life The Senior Industrial Hygienist Professional is responsible for managing complex industrial hygiene (IH) and building sciences projects, developing personnel, and generating revenue within the Building Sciences division. The successful candidate will bring expertise in industrial hygiene and building-related health and safety concerns, while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The Senior IH will lead projects from initiation through completion, ensuring that all aspects of industrial hygiene are addressed, including scope of work development, worker health, site safety, environmental controls, and remediation verification. The Senior IH is also expected to contribute to business development efforts, enhance team capabilities, and maintain strong relationships with clients. Good decision-making skills, a high level of creativity in developing unique solutions to problems, interfacing with project management, with the client, and with other stakeholders are necessary. Our ideal hire lives in the northeast region of the US. Work arrangement is remote with the exception of travel to client sites. The annual salary for this role ranges from $90,000 to $120,000 , in addition to an annual bonus commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities: Lead and manage building sciences and industrial hygiene projects from initiation to completion, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Develop, execute, and manage project plans, including budgeting, staffing, and scheduling, to ensure that project milestones are met and client expectations are exceeded. Cultivate relationships with clients and drive business development efforts, identifying and pursuing opportunities to grow the Building Sciences division's portfolio. Manage and mentor a team of industrial hygiene professionals, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer to enhance team performance. Provide technical expertise in building-related health hazards, including, but not limited to, air quality, asbestos and lead-based paint exposures, water damage assessments, building construction defect investigations and hazardous materials assessments. Develop and implement scientific sampling methods for IH and large loss projects. Provide leadership in generating project proposals, client communications, and reports, including presenting findings and recommendations to clients and regulatory agencies. Lead the preparation of project- and site-specific scope of work plans, sampling work plans, remediation plan, and final / remediation verification reports. Act as a subject matter expert for building sciences projects, ensuring that best practices and cutting-edge methodologies are employed. Generate revenue by identifying new business opportunities and managing projects that align with the company's strategic goals. Ensure readiness for large loss response by maintaining adequate project equipment, sampling media, and supplies for the region. Mentor junior staff and help build a robust knowledge base in building sciences, industrial hygiene practices, and regulatory standards. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, building science-related regulations, and evolving best practices to ensure continued compliance and safety on all projects. Assist in response efforts, including on-site evaluations, sampling, and health and safety consultations during hazardous material releases or building-related emergencies. Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety policies, and ensure all activities align with regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels. Perform other duties as assigned. Your Expertise and Skills These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here. Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field (e.g., environmental science, chemistry, biology, engineering, etc.). Master's degree in a related science field is a plus, but not required. Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) designation is a plus, but not required. Minimum 8-12 years of experience in indu