Environmental Inspector - Industrial Hygiene

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Environmental Inspector - Site Investigation & Remediation | Montpelier, VT | South Burlington, VT

VHB is seeking an Environmental Inspector for our growing Site Investigation & Remediation practice. This hire will be responsible for performing site investigations, building material sampling, managing field programs, and coordinating inspections with staff and our clients in Vermont.

At VHB we are passionate about making meaningful contributions to the world through the work that we do. If you’re interested in making a positive impact, opportunities to grow personally and professionally, and making smart new friends – we’d love to have you join us.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Certified Industrial Hygienists (CIHs) and Project Managers to assist clients with various services including potentially hazardous building material sampling (PCB, ACM, lead paint, and mold), indoor air quality assessments, material/chemical inventories, and wipe sampling
• Leads site investigation and remediation studies
• Manages and supports the preparation of sampling plans and compliance documents
• Perform air sampling and building material inventories at institutional and commercial buildings
• Communicates and reports project progress and challenges
• Liaises with clients, developers, architects, engineers, and other professionals
• Organizes work schedules and delegates tasks
• Conducts quality assurance reviews of project deliverables
• Interprets data, prepares and reviews project related reports
• Attends meetings with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders in support of project

Skills and Attributes

• Work in field and office settings
• Perform assessments during regular and to a lesser extent after hours depending on client schedules.
• Ability to problem solve and work independently
• Working experience with hazardous building materials, building systems, and HVAC
• Familiarity with contaminant transport preferred for site investigation & remediation practice
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental regulations, including EPA (TSCA), VT Department of Health, and DEC (IRule)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Team-oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with coworkers
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented
• The ability to lead a small team and complete multiple projects simultaneously
• Fundamental knowledge of building construction, materials, and environmental processes

Qualifications

Required

• High School diploma
• 5-8 years of fieldwork experience required (minimum of 2 years of environmental consulting experience involving indoor building inspections)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
• Strong report writing, field coordination and task management skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of building systems
• Valid drivers license

Preferred

• OSHA 40 hr. HAZWOPER certification and annual refresher certifications
• Associates or Bachelor’s in construction management, engineering, or other environmental science
• Experience with Industrial Hygiene

WE ARE VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments.

Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience.

• Inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects.
• Amazing co-workers
• A focus on learning and development
• Flexible, hybrid workplace

It’s not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast and in 2022 placed #3 in Vermont’s “Best Places to Work” ranking. We’re growing and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

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