EHS Consultant - Indoor Environmental Quality

Indoor Environmental Quality Consultant

Chubb Global Risk Advisors: Indoor Environmental Quality Consultant Chubb is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. Chubb Global Risk Advisors is a global consulting enterprise which provides health, safety, environmental, and engineering services to clients across the globe. Chubb Global Risk Advisors will be the preferred provider of consulting and compliance services in the unbundled market while maintaining our underwriting and loss control capabilities to support Chubb. Our relentless focus on the customer experience will build our brand preference. Our customers will define us as customer-focused, experienced, flexible, creative and efficient. Scope The Indoor Environmental Quality Consultant (Baltimore/D.C.) is responsible for performing compliance inspections and environmental monitoring of asbestos, mold or other regulated/potentially hazardous materials for removal and abatement projects. In this role, the Indoor Environmental Quality Consultant will provide superior technical field and reporting services adhering to Chubb Global Risk Advisors' standard operating protocols and client specific scope of service. Adhere to best in class standards and practices in executing field assignments, delivering accurate, and defensible scientific data. Primary Responsibilities Working under direct or indirect supervision or within a team environment, the Indoor Environmental Quality Consultant is responsible for the following core responsibilities: When on-site, act as direct representative of Chubb Global Risk Advisors in relationship to the client; and when within scope of services, monitor and oversee clients' contractors. Evaluate contractor performance and advise the client. Under direct supervision of Project Managers, interface with and respond to regulatory and enforcement agencies at the project site. Provide requested information depending upon issue involved when appropriate. Maintain chain of custody of sampling activity, analytical data and project recordkeeping (log book) in accordance with regulatory requirements and Chubb Global Risk Advisors' recordkeeping responsibilities. Maintain proficiency and understanding in the use of scientific instruments and sampling protocols to ensure valid sample collection and reliable data analysis in compliance with regulations. Maintain high ethical standards in the performance of services, and understand the ethical standards of client and report actual or perceived unethical conduct or behavior. Under direct oversight of a Project Manager, understand project details, schedule and scope of work, and provide supporting information to Project Managers when change orders may be required. Maintain required certifications mandated by the regulations and take an active role in maintaining respiratory fitness through Chubb Global Risk Advisors medical surveillance program. Duties Specific duties or tasks of the Indoor Environmental Quality Consultant include the following: Assist in the development of and implementation of project work plans for tasks which involve area of experience or expertise. Perform sampling programs involving collection of soil, water, asbestos, paint chip, air emissions, indoor air or waste samples. Operate standard environmental monitoring instruments. Record field data, observations and analytical results. Manage subcontractors on-site work activities; oversees client's retained contractor during environmental remediation activities. Make decisions regarding minor changes to the work plan where required to accomplish the task. Report preparation tasks: Prepare project logs and descriptions of field activities. Prepare compliance monitoring report. Prepare sample data inventory tables in Chubb Global Risk Advisors' approved report format. Routine scientific or technical calculations. Field assistance in the following areas: Collection and analysis of personal and area air samples in conjunction with asbestos abatement. Sampling of soil, water, wastes, asbestos and other materials. Air emissions and indoor air quality sampling. Driving and extracting soil gas probes. Operation of monitoring instruments. Water level measurements. Completion of inspection and analytical data forms. Records and historical documentation review. Inspection of regulated work areas, equipment, work methods, and compliance with project specifications or industry accepted best practices. Oversee waste container removal and completion of landfill documentation forms. Completion of project log books. Assist with the conduct of regulated and hazardous material surveys, including: Identification of suspect materials and collection of bulk samples when included in the project scope. Measurements of quantities and dimensions. Completion of site inspection and dimensions. Handling and proper recording of material samples. Interpretation of analytical results. Preparation of draft report product for Project Manager Quality Review. Other project duties as assigned by Project Manager or Manager. Requirements Qualifications Bachelor's degree in an environmental science, health, engineering, or other scientific discipline. 3+ years of work experience in a technical or scientific capacity, or equivalent experience in the environmental consulting field. Appropriate technical certificates recognizing specific training or expertise in a discipline related to Chubb Global Risk Advisors' core services (asbestos and lead certifications for inspection and project monitoring). Current State of Maryland Asbestos Inspector highly preferred. Required Skills and Behaviors: Must be able to carry out sampling and data management tasks accurately and in accordance with standard procedures. Must be able to learn and apply regulatory requirements in routine sampling tasks. Must learn to operate and maintain standard monitoring instruments. Must be able to work safely at all times. Must be well organized with the ability to meet schedule commitments. Must be able to make accurate field decisions to assure project integrity and cost-effectiveness. Must be able to manage subcontractor tasks to assure successful project completion. Special Requirements: Must be capable of obtaining Health & Safety certification for hazardous waste (pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120) / asbestos (pursuant to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1101). Must be able to perform strenuous physical activities. Some travel is required. Chubb Global Risk Advisors is a service of ESIS®, Inc., a Chubb company. Chubb Global Risk Advisors provides one of the industry's broadest selections of health, safety, environmental and property solutions, including both pre- and post-loss services. We work side by side with a wide variety of clients around the globe to help them protect property, prevent injuries to employees, and care for our environment. Our team is comprised of individuals who embrace creativity, have proven ability to help companies manage risk, and an unparalleled track record of enabling clients to enhance organizational practices in innovative ways that measurably impact financial results. Chubb strives to offer a diverse and inclusive and rewarding work environment. Teamwork and mutual respect are central to how Chubb operates and we believe the best solutions draw upon diverse perspectives, experiences and skills. We operate in such a way where everyone, regardless of their singular background has the opportunity to contribute to our collective success. Chubb offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits package including life, health and dental, vision, a generous retirement savings plan, disability coverage, stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and business casual dress. At Chubb, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to it. Our policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other conditions or opportunities of employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran, or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.