Staff Scientist - Industrial Hygiene

Terracon • Harrisburg, PA • 23h ago

Reference #: 34418BR Job Description General Responsibilities: Terracon's Harrisburg's office is looking for a talented addition to our Environmental Department! We are looking for a Staff Scientist for asbestos, lead based paint, and industrial hygiene projects. The selected candidate will propose and manage all aspects of initial hazardous building material inspections, and industrial hygiene inspections to ensure they are safely completed on time and within scope and budget, and also subsequent asbestos and lead abatement observations and clearance sampling. In this position the Project Manager will be responsible for completing the project as per its contracted scope; monitor progress and performance against the project plan; troubleshoot and recommend or resolve operational problems; and minimize delays. The Project Manager may also be responsible for resource management, project scheduling, budgets and forecasts, and working with external vendors, subcontractors, or contractors. In this position, the Project Manager will conduct meetings and prepare reports to communicate the status of the project to the project team, client, and possibly regulatory agencies. As a Project Manager, you will set priorities, assign tasks, coordinate project staff to meet project targets and milestones, and communicate with the client and deliver work products to their satisfaction. Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in/ lead pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. Strong technical background in asbestos, lead, and industrial hygiene surveys and abatement planning/oversight. Performs site visits, field observations, and field data collection for assignments. Assists in the collection and analysis of data from laboratory reports (sampling data), reports, maps, drawings, tests and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan and conduct project assignments. Implements technical requirements to complete projects by interacting with other field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities. Interacts with senior staff for conducting investigative program(s) by offering alternative techniques to conduct site studies in field of expertise. May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks. Tabulate electronic environmental and assessment data and assist with the development of corresponding reports. Coordinate work with supervisors and other environmental staff.Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or related science field and a minimum of 1-3 years' related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 7 years' related experience. Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.Preferred Certification: 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification Pennsylvania Asbestos Inspector Certification or other Asbestos Certifications Pennsylvania Lead Inspector or Risk Assessor Certification About Terracon Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon's growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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