Metric Environmental (Metric) is a regional environmental consulting firm operating in Kentucky that helps communities, businesses, and government agencies manage environmental risks, comply with regulations, and reduce the environmental impacts of their operations. Our work supports infrastructure, land development, redevelopment, and public and private projects by identifying environmental challenges early and helping clients move forward safely and efficiently.
We are seeking a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) with 8+ years of experience to manage industrial hygiene and occupational safety projects across diverse client sectors. This is a key, high-impact role supporting the continued growth of our Industrial Hygiene & Occupational Safety practice. The ideal candidate is both a strong technical industrial hygiene practitioner and an experienced project manager who can also contribute to nurturing client relationships and engaging in business development.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and manage industrial hygiene and safety projects from proposal through completion
- Serve as primary client contact and trusted advisor
- Conduct and oversee exposure assessments (chemical, physical, biological hazards), air monitoring, IAQ, and hazardous materials investigations
- Develop sampling plans, interpret data, and deliver defensible reports
- Recommend engineering controls and risk mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulations
- Manage project scope, budget, and performance
- Mentor junior staff and support team development
- Support proposals, client meetings, and business growth initiatives
What We’re Looking For:
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) – required
- 8+ years of industrial hygiene experience (consulting preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree (Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or Engineering)
- Strong background in exposure assessment & IH sampling strategies; OSHA/regulatory compliance; and industrial or multi-sector environments
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Federal)
- Ability to conduct field work (in some instances for long hours and during all seasonal weather conditions)
- Proven project management and client-facing experience
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read and understand architectural, electrical, mechanical, structural, and civil engineering drawings.
- Demonstrated ability to operate industrial hygiene field instruments and data collection systems (e.g., air sampling equipment and direct-reading instruments)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to prepare technical reports.
- Ability to communicate technical findings to diverse audiences
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively to achieve the goals and schedule of a project
- Proficiency with standard business and technical software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Outlook).
Additional knowledge and expertise in one or more of the following areas will strongly be considered:
- Developing remediation and abatement strategies and providing oversight of remediation activities
- Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
- Experience with Deltek Ajera software or similar ERP or project management systems
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credentials
- AutoCAD and/or ArcGIS
Metric Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) credential? (Required)
Work Location: In person
