Senior Industrial Hygiene Specialist II - The Vertex Companies, LLC

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.

A Sr. Industrial Hygiene Specialist II conducts the work of a Sr. Industrial Hygiene Specialist I for more complicated sites and with greater independence. The Sr. Industrial Hygiene Specialist II is able to technically lead complex and/or high-value projects in terms of scoping, implementation, regulatory compliance, and documentation.

• Conduct and/or oversee exposure assessments, healthcare compliance, Environmental Health and Safety or other Industrial hygiene work and/or other project assignments as appropriate.
• Coordinate work activities for multiple project functions to ensure satisfying delivery.
• 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
• Actively participate in Account Management program to engage with clients and procure work.
• Manage projects to meet milestones, budgetary limits, deadlines, regulatory requirements, or other performance indicators.
• Responsible for all aspects of the project life cycle: planning, scope definition, budgeting, coordination, execution, and delivery.
• Select and/or manage project staff members and subcontractors.
• Maintain consistent communication of project progress with the assigned project manager and/or clients from start to finish of the project.
• 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. Experience
• 10+ years’ work experience as Industrial Hygienist with experience managing projects. Certifications
• 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 1910.120 (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. Travel may include car, train, or plane as necessary, sometimes with little advanced notice.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is required for this role, as it involves the frequent use of rental cars or company vehicles
• Ability to walk job sites during inspections, sometimes on uneven terrain, climbing of ladders to access and evaluate roofing conditions and roof mounted equipment.
• Ability to carry field testing equipment (up to 30 pounds) onto job sites with regularity.

We take safety very seriously at The Vertex Companies LLC. Certain roles in our Compliance and Regulatory division require participation in our 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. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

VERTEX offers a solid total compensation package including base salary and discretionary bonus plan. We also offer a robust benefits package including, healthcare (with multiple plan options) and dental; Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. We offer a 401k plan with immediate match and vesting, Flex Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and other perks.  We provide a generous paid time off plan for eligible employees including 15 days of vacation, 64 hours of sick time, and 9.5 paid holidays (prorated for eligible part-time employees).  Our “Lifetime of Learning” program also offers tuition reimbursement and additional support for pursuing advanced education, to help employees grow their skills and careers.

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.

If you require assistance to complete any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at recruiting@vertexeng.com.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that VERTEX does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, VERTEX will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, VERTEX explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of VERTEX.