Safety / Industrial Hygiene Professional

Kleinfelder is a leading professional services firm in natural and built environments for municipalities, government agencies, multinational companies and industrial concerns across the nation. With nearly 2,000 staff, Kleinfelder is one of the nation?s largest employee-owned firms providing planning, engineering, scientific, technical and management solutions. Whether you are an experienced professional or a recent graduate, at Kleinfelder, you can work with some of the best minds in the industry. As an employee-owner, you?ll have a genuine stake in the success of our company and share in our commitment to exceptional customer service. Our Bohemia (Long Island), NY office has an immediate need for a Safety / Industrial Hygiene Professional to execute and manage Safety/IH projects as well as assist in stewarding our Corporate Health and Safety Program.QualificationsThe ideal candidate will assist in the management of accounts, support/develop new business opportunities with clients. They shall also provide a high level of technical competency on in-house projects and in mentoring junior staff.Ideal candidates must have 5+ years' related experience and experience in environmental consulting, a working knowledge of federal regulations, an in-depth knowledge of state regulations, and the ability to provide high-end technical support on complex projects. As a senior technical resource and role model, this leadership position requires an excellent attitude and an ability to communicate effectively with clients, regulators, and junior staff. Financial/business management background and Professional Licensure (i.e. New York State Deparment of Labor Asbestos Certification, USEPA Lead-Based Paint, and OSHA certifications) is preferred.The ideal candidate must be well organized, possess advanced writing and communication skills and be able to work within a group environment. The position will include, but not be limited to, the following responsibilities:. Personnel exposure and environmental sampling and monitoring including equipment calibration and sample tracking;. Interpreting collected data and providing written reports;. Evaluating work place compliance with NYSDOL, EPA, OSHA and other applicable regulations;. Providing on-site Health and Safety enforcement and contractor oversight during investigation and remediation of contaminant impacted sites; and. Performing in-house and external training.. Completing asbestos and/or lead-based paint inspections. Creating asbestos design specificationsOther duties will include: Program auditing/updating in accordance with OSHA requirements; OSHA record keeping; Site Specific H&S plan development; development/teaching of HAZWOPER training courses; execution of services for clients related to health, safety and industrial hygiene and; working with management to maintain our excellent safety record and reputation.Key responsibilities include: · Implement Kleinfelder and client strategies intended to result in enhancing a culture of Safety. · Steward implementation and ongoing use of the LPS® System; and collaborate with Kleinfelder Corporate Safety Management and other stakeholders in the LPS® System. · Design and implement metrics to monitor program performance within the account and the effectiveness of Safety initiatives, progress, polices, procedures and process. · Identify training needs; develop and implement Safety awareness initiatives that improve Safety performance. · Collaborate with Corporate Safety leadership and legal staff as needed to resolve legal compliance issues. · Serve as a liaison with city, state, and federal government regulatory agencies as they relate to Health and Safety matters within the areas of responsibility. · Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, and working with Corporate leadership, develop/implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues and provide general guidance on how to deal with such matters in the future.The Safety / Industrial Hygiene Professional should have 5-10 years of experience in multi-state Health and Safety Management with proven regulatory knowledge, experience with agencies in multiple jurisdictions, and a thorough understanding of environmental and Safety laws. Candidates must possess a comprehensive understanding of construction and environmental industry Safety practices and have a strong working knowledge of OSHA and State regulations. Proven experience implementing and leading behaviorally based Safety management systems, such as the Loss Prevention Systems ® (LPS) program, or similar, would be a plus. Excellent communication skill is required.

Benefits
Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, insurance, 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and employee ownership. Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer.