Industrial Hygienist

The Vertex Companies, LLC (VERTEX) is a leading multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm that provides forensic consulting, engineering design, construction management, claims & dispute resolution, and environmental solutions to insurance carriers, sureties, law firms, real estate owners, property managers, public agencies, and commercial clients.

We are seeking dynamic Industrial Hygienists for our Industrial Hygiene team. We’re pipelining skilled Senior Project Managers in anticipation of winning the future work in coming months.

An Industrial Hygienist conducts the work of a Industrial Hygienist for more complicated sites and with greater independence.

• Conduct and/or oversee exposure assessments, healthcare compliance, Environmental Health and Safety or other Industrial hygiene work and/or other project assignments as appropriate.
• Collect samples from project sites and deliver to third party laboratories for analysis – maintaining strict chain of custody.
• Coordinate work activities for multiple project functions to ensure satisfying delivery.
• Project monitoring and oversight of third-party contractors.
• Prepare proposals, detailed Exposure Monitoring assessment and clearance reports, Indoor Air Quality assessments, Safety assessments, and/or other technical assessment reports including accurate data/summary tables and/or figures
• Maintain consistent communication of project progress with the assigned project manager and/or clients from start to finish of the project.
• Maintain assessment and monitoring equipment.
• Prepare Health and Safety Plans/Job Safety Analyses for sites.
• Meet utilization and other performance metrics as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain professional licensure and/or certifications in good standing as appropriate.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
• 1+ years work experience as Industrial Hygienist with experience managing projects.
• Appropriate nationally or state-recognized professional certification such as CIH, CSP, CMC, CIEC.
• Health and Safety Certification and Medical Monitoring pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR  (HAZWOPER 40 Hour).
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour training.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to perform exceptionally under fast-paced conditions.
• Proficiency utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) preferred.
• Ability to meet deadlines both internally and externally.
• Ability/willingness for frequent regional travel up to 100%, with occasional overnight, extended stay and/or national travel.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is required for this role, as it involves the frequent use of rental cars or company vehicles

• Walk job sites during inspections, sometimes on uneven terrain, climbing of ladders to access and evaluate roofing conditions and roof mounted equipment.
• Carry field testing equipment (up to 30 pounds) onto job sites with regularity.
• Participation in VERTEX medical monitoring program, including medical/physical exam, respiratory mask fit test/PPE training, etc. required if working on environmental site assessments, subsurface investigations, or remediation projects or any task that could cause an exposure risk.

VERTEX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We offer a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan, robust benefits package, and generous paid time off plan.