Environmental Scientist – Industrial Hygienist

J.S. Held LLC

. Conduct environmental investigations and hazardous building material assessments involving asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and other environmental concerns .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting environmental investigations, hazardous material assessments, and compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in preparing technical reports and managing multiple field assignments while ensuring safety and quality in project execution.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Environmental InvestigationsAsbestos InspectionTechnical Report PreparationRegulatory ComplianceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Air SamplingBulk SamplingWipe SamplingSurface SamplingIndoor Air Quality AssessmentMoisture Intrusion InvestigationBuilding Condition EvaluationHazardous Material AssessmentEnvironmental RegulationsSampling Methodologies

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsClient Relationship DevelopmentMentoringProject CoordinationSafety Culture Promotion

Certifications & Qualifications

Massachusetts Asbestos Inspector CertificationMassachusetts Asbestos Project Monitor CertificationLead Inspector/Risk Assessor CertificationLead Sampling Technician CertificationNIOSH 582 Microscopy TrainingOSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER CertificationCertified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Track

Industry Keywords

Environmental ConsultingIndustrial HygieneHazardous Building MaterialsHealthcareHigher EducationLife SciencesCommercial Real EstateMunicipal ClientsOSHAEPA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct environmental investigations and hazardous building material assessments involving asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and other environmental concerns
Perform air, bulk, wipe, and surface sampling in accordance with federal and state regulations, project specifications, and industry best practices
Support and independently execute indoor air quality assessments, moisture intrusion investigations, and building condition evaluations
Provide on-site oversight of abatement, remediation, and demolition projects, including final visual inspections and clearance sampling
Prepare detailed technical reports, field documentation, and regulatory-compliant project deliverables
Coordinate laboratory analysis, review analytical results, and assist in interpreting findings for clients and project teams
Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, AHERA, Massachusetts DEP, and local regulatory requirements
Maintain project schedules, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and communicate project updates to managers and clients
Support proposal efforts, client relationship development, and mentoring of junior staff as experience level permits
Participate in health and safety planning and promote a strong safety culture across all project activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline
3+ years of experience in environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, hazardous building materials, or related environmental field services
Demonstrated experience conducting asbestos, lead, and mold inspections and sampling
Strong understanding of environmental regulations and industry sampling methodologies
Experience preparing technical reports and maintaining defensible project documentation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage field assignments independently and travel throughout Massachusetts and the broader Northeast region as needed
Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
Preferred: Massachusetts Asbestos Inspector certification
Preferred: Massachusetts Asbestos Project Monitor certification
Preferred: Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor and/or Lead Sampling Technician certification
Preferred: NIOSH 582 Microscopy Training
Preferred: OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification
Preferred: Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) track or interest in pursuing professional certifications
Preferred: Experience supporting healthcare, higher education, life sciences, commercial real estate, or municipal clients

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment allowing employees to work remotely, when needed
Flexible Time Off policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k Match
Commuter Benefit