Senior Project Manager - Industrial Hygiene

About the Company: Carnow, Conibear & Associates (Carnow Conibear) is a trusted leader in environmental, health, and safety consulting with more than 50 years of experience serving public and private sector clients. Our team is committed to delivering science-based solutions, technical excellence, and high-quality client service that protects both people and the environment.

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Industrial Hygiene to lead projects within our Asbestos and Lead Department. This position is ideal for a highly skilled professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is motivated by meaningful field work, project leadership, and technical problem-solving. As a Senior Project Manager, you will manage complex industrial hygiene projects, support client relationships, oversee project and field staff, manage project financial performance, and ensure regulatory compliance and high-quality project delivery.

Key Responsibilities: Manage and coordinate all phases of industrial hygiene projects to ensure timeliness, QA/QC standards, client satisfaction, and profitability Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and project financial performance Supervise, mentor, and develop project managers, inspectors, and field staff Manage staff workloads, scheduling, performance, and resource allocation across multiple projects Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management activities within the department Conduct asbestos investigations, including inspections and sampling Oversee on-site asbestos abatement projects and provide contractor management Conduct air monitoring and sampling during abatement or environmental projects Perform lead inspections, risk assessments, and clearance sampling Conduct mold evaluations and prepare associated reports Develop and review asbestos and lead Project Designs Prepare technical reports, findings, and regulatory deliverables Provide field oversight, project documentation, and quality assurance Support department leadership in strategic planning, staff development, and workflow coordination Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services and project growth

Qualifications: IDPH Professional Asbestos and Lead licenses preferred (Inspector, Risk Assessor, Project Designer, Project Manager) Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, or related field preferred 7+ years of experience in asbestos, lead, or related industrial hygiene project work, including project management and staff supervision Demonstrated experience managing, mentoring, and developing technical and field staff Experience managing project budgets, forecasting project costs, and maintaining profitability targets Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (IDPH, EPA, OSHA, HUD) Experience in project management, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication Excellent report writing, documentation, and organizational skills Ability to lead field teams and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and ability to travel locally Preferred Skills Experience overseeing abatement contractors and field staff Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to manage high-volume, fast-paced project workloads Familiarity with digital inspection tools, environmental software, or mobile field reporting Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple direct reports Proven ability to balance client expectations, project budgets, and staff development

What We Offer: $7,500 sign-on bonus based on experience, qualifications, and applicable licenses Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off and company holidays Mileage reimbursement for business travel Professional development, training, and licensing support Opportunity to work on impactful environmental health and safety projects with a respected industry leader