(Senior) Environmental Scientist/ (Senior) Industrial Hygienist

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced (Senior) Environmental Scientist / (Senior) Industrial Hygienist to join our growing Industrial Hygiene & Built Environment practice in Texas. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on field experience conducting environmental assessments related to asbestos, lead, mold, indoor air quality (IAQ), and general industrial hygiene evaluations.

You will work closely with project managers, clients, and internal teams to deliver high‑quality technical assessments, sampling, reporting, and compliance support across a variety of industrial, commercial, and public‑sector environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations - including asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, and IAQ assessments, as well as broader industrial hygiene evaluations.
• Collect bulk samples, air samples, wipe samples, and other environmental media according to regulatory and project‑specific protocols.
• Perform building surveys, moisture mapping, and visual inspections to identify environmental hazards or building-related deficiencies.
• Assist with abatement/remediation project monitoring, contractor oversight, and clearance testing.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and technically sound reports, data summaries, and field documentation.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and coordination of field activities.
• Maintain strong knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., EPA, OSHA, TDSHS, local building codes).
• Communicate professionally with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Strictly follow internal safety protocols and promote a safe work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant field experience in environmental or industrial hygiene consulting.
• Practical experience conducting and documenting:• Asbestos surveys (AHERA/ASBESTOS guidelines)
• Lead-based paint assessments
• Mold and moisture investigations
• Indoor air quality assessments

• Proficiency with field sampling equipment, building diagnostics tools, and data recording methods.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field and manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Texas licenses/certifications such as:• TDSHS Asbestos Inspector
• TDSHS Asbestos Project Monitor
• Lead Risk Assessor or Lead Inspector
• Mold Assessment Consultant or Technician

• Experience with industrial hygiene sampling (noise, air monitoring, exposure assessments).
• Familiarity with project management or mentoring junior staff.
• OSHA 40‑Hour HAZWOPER certification.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Sitting limited to lunch, breaks and driving.
• A number of duties performed on feet.
• Walking may be back and forth all day long over terrains that range from flat to hilly, rough and slippery.
• Able to carry equipment as much as 50lbs unassisted.
• Must be able to use hand and fingers to pick up objects, turn on regulators, insert earplugs, use hand tools.
• Push or pull items.
• Able to reach above head.
• Able to bend at the knee.
• Able to climb ladders to reach high areas or down into tanks or excavations.
• Able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Able to squat kneel or crouch in confined spaces when necessary.
• Must be able to hear warning signals from vehicles, radio transmissions, alarm bells, air leaks etc.
• Able to taste and smell to detect warning properties of hazardous chemicals.
• Able to detect burning sensations on skin etc.
• Vision must be correctable to at least 20:40 with ability to distinguish colors with good depth perception and peripheral vision.

Some of the Benefits We Have Include

J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.

• Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Flexible Time Off Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $80,000 - $130,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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EEO and Job Accommodations

We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal! J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin,

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