Principal Industrial Hygiene Consultant

Role Description

Arcadis has an immediate need for a Principal Industrial Hygiene Consultant based out of our Houston or Dallas, Texas office. This role will emphasize client marketing, developing client relationships, mentoring staff, and growing our Industrial Hygiene services in the Gulf Coast region as well as nationally. As a leader for our Industrial Hygiene service, you will collaborate with staff and contribute to a wide array of environmental projects for diverse market sectors.

Responsibilities

• Market, sell, develop, and manage a wide variety of Industrial Hygiene and safety services in the Gulf Coast region and nationwide, including chemical exposure assessments, noise surveys, asbestos, lead‑paint, hazardous building materials, IAQ/mold consulting, and other compliance work.
• Oversee preparation of proposals, reports, and deliverables; coordinate reviews of project documents with consultants, clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, training, and management support; mentor staff in Industrial Hygiene consulting; serve as subject matter expert resource.
• Develop relationships with client stakeholders in the Gulf Coast region to identify and pursue business opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in client‑focused consulting with emphasis on Industrial Hygiene, asbestos, lead‑based paint, hazardous building materials, IAQ, mold evaluations, and chemical exposure assessments.
• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem‑solving; ability to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills; proven ability to deliver effective presentations and training sessions.
• Education: BS in physical sciences, industrial hygiene, safety, environmental sciences, or related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• General understanding of HVAC and building mechanical systems, construction, renovation, and demolition activities.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA, and state regulations related to asbestos, lead, mold, and related HBMs.

Preferred Qualifications or Certifications

• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) or intent to obtain within one year of hire.
• Strong network within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Current membership in industrial hygiene organizations (e.g., AIHA).
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification.

Role Requirements

Ability to perform essential job functions, including lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 30 pounds over the course of a work shift, and climbing and descending ladders as needed.

Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision; Employee Assistance Program; 401(k); short‑term and long‑term disability; accidental death & dismemberment; life insurance; paid parental leave; reward & recognition program; optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.

Compensation

$136,400–221,600. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.