Lead and execute complex industrial hygiene fieldwork (asbestos, lead, mold, noise, chemical sampling), manage large multi-phase projects, perform site investigations and clearance inspections, review junior staff work, draft technical reports, mentor technicians, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain/calibrate monitoring equipment.
Matrix New World Engineering, a part of True Environmental and its partner firms, have united their strengths to establish the nation's premier environmental and engineering services consulting firm. This powerhouse organization offers an extensive range of services aimed at revolutionizing the built environment and preserving the natural one. Its diverse expertise encompasses environmental remediation, urban planning, engineering iconic coastal and marine structures, developing sustainable energy sources, and pioneering resource extraction methods. Explore further at www.MWNE.com and True-Environmental.com to discover the full scope of our capabilities.
We are currently seeking a highly experienced and certified Senior Industrial Hygiene Technician/Project Manager to provide advanced technical execution, site leadership, and mentorship for our industrial hygiene and regulated building materials projects in the New York metro area.
Annual Salary Range: $55 – $75 per hour commensurate with experience and advanced certifications
What You'll Do
- Lead and execute complex, high-risk field assignments, including specialized monitoring for asbestos, lead, mold, and general industrial hygiene exposure assessments (e.g., noise, chemical air sampling).
- Act as the lead site technician and on-site client/contractor liaison for large-scale or multi-phase projects, ensuring all field work aligns with the approved scope and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct and document comprehensive site investigations, risk assessments, and final clearance inspections with minimal oversight.
- Perform initial quality review of field data, photographs, and chain-of-custody forms collected by junior staff to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Draft highly technical field reports, data summaries, and regulatory compliance documents for final review by the Project Manager or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH).
- Provide on-the-job mentorship and technical training to Junior and Mid-Level Technicians on advanced sampling techniques, complex abatement procedures, and regulatory interpretation.
- Ensure rigorous compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state/local EHS regulations on all assigned projects.
- Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot sophisticated industrial hygiene monitoring equipment.
Minimum Requirements
- High School diploma required; AS or BS degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Safety, or a related field is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 7+ years of dedicated experience in performing asbestos, lead paint, mold, and general industrial hygiene field monitoring and inspections.
- Advanced combination of IH certifications is mandatory:
- NYSDOL Asbestos Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician (AHERA accreditation preferred).
- NYSDOL Mold Assessor.
- NJ/EPA/NY Lead Risk Assessor/Inspector (or equivalent advanced accreditation).
- NYCDEP Asbestos Investigator.
- Expert working knowledge of federal, state, and local IH and EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, NYCDEP, NYSDOL, etc.).
- Proven ability to write clear, technically accurate field reports and mentor junior colleagues.
- Must be available to provide site coverage for off-hours and extended shifts as necessary.
- Must be able to pass a physical exam and be medically cleared to wear negative pressure respirator.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and will be subject to DOT-regulated random drug & alcohol testing.
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
- Additional advanced accreditations (e.g., Asbestos Project Designer or Supervisor).
- Proven experience in general health and safety oversight (beyond RBMs) or construction safety management.
- Working towards a professional certification such as CIH or CSP.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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