Industrial Hygienist/ Environmental Scientist

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Industrial Hygienist/Environmental Specialist for our Exton, PA office.  Be involved in projects with our US Postal Service Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

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Your Impact

• Collect, identify, and compile observational, spatial, and environmental data from samples of air, soil, water, sludge, and other matrices for projects, investigations, and surveys.  
• Perform industrial hygiene (IH) surveys and audits, indoor air quality (IAQ) and noise assessments;
• Perform surveys on asbestos-containing building material (ACBM), lead-based paint (LBP) and mold surveys and investigations;
• Perform emergency related fiber release assessments and reporting;
• Perform emergency site assessments and remediation/repair scope of work development; 
• Perform environmental investigations and sampling;
• Interact with clients and other WSP teaming members on a number of projects and assignments; 
• Perform basic project management tasks including; reporting, project budget management, invoicing and procurement requests for sub-contractors and; 
• Develop reports related to assessments and investigations.

Other Ancillary Duties and Responsibilities may include:

• Consult with regulatory and or permit agencies for guidance on requirements or discuss specific permits conditions, specific regulations, compliance documents or cases;
• Review sub-contractor submittals and close out documentation for compliance requirements;
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting;
• Perform professional environmental science work and assist with conducting investigations, inspections, and environmental studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular environmental problem or issue, verify site characteristics, and/or to plan for future environmental needs;
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses;
• Write technical reports summarizing research with findings and conclusions, generating complete, accurate, and concise documentation using electronic systems, field/work site notes, and software;
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, the maintenance of sample collection, laboratory documentation, written procedures, monitoring systems, and logbooks;
• Maintain and calibrate equipment and tools, troubleshooting and reporting on malfunctions, and performing inventory control activities;
• Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of environmental data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level threat mitigation and permitting activities projects to minimize impacts to the health of the environment and the population;
• Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work;
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures; and
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related degree.
• 1-3 years of relevant general occupational safety and health/industrial hygiene, or other ecology/environmental experience. 
• Requires 20% travel, including short duration overnight trips.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a scientific and non-scientific audience.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Moderate proficiency with business writing, office automation and communication software, technology, and tools.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective manner to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safe