Job Information
J.S. Held LLC EHS Senior Project Manager / Director in London, United Kingdom
The Company
Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
The Team and Job Summary
We are seeking an EHS Senior Project Manager / Director to join our Environmental Health & Safety team, the team is predominately US based this would be one of the first leadership hires in the UK to service existing client base, grow the UK team and market share with new clients. This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial, highly driven person with a well-rounded skill set to join the global team, whose responsibilities extend beyond those of a traditional Project Manager. The ideal person for this role will need to not only have a strong grasp of environmental consulting but also be flexible and a strategic thinker able to take on a variety of tasks.
The Senior Project Manager / Director performs and directs professional environmental consulting services for a wide range of insurance, industrial, maritime, and commercial clients. The work requires a professional knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of environmental science, industrial hygiene, and occupational safety. The Senior Project Manager / Director shall possess an understanding and the ability to utilize pertinent aspects of chemistry, biological sciences, and public health that pertain to environmental remediation projects involving lead, asbestos, mold, and other environmental exposure-hazard concerns. The ability to recognize and evaluate health hazards associated with catastrophic loss of property caused by storms, construction defects, sudden power failure, fires, and flooding as well as the environmental, health, and safety impacts related to chemical releases and oil spills is required.
Job Responsibilities
Apply professional environmental science competence with specialized knowledge of chemistry, industrial hygiene, and biological science. Perform as a team leader to resolve client Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) concerns as necessary and ensure regulatory compliance.
Ability to write technical proposals and detailed scope of work for EH&S projects.
Prepares and submits budget requirements to complete projects.
Willing and able to travel by air, sea, and land at short notice to reach project locations.
Obtain and maintain licenses in multiple states for mold, lead, and asbestos disciplines, as well as national certifications.
Collaborates with the management team on staffing requirements and provides leadership on multiple projects concurrently.
Develops and consistently grows clientele and client relationships.
May perform QA/QC on project reports submitted for review as part of a review team.
Prepares studies and reports following standard formats and procedures.
Investigate, measure and evaluate environmental, health, and safety conditions; and carry out relevant research, development, and planning to complete comprehensive reports for review.
Willingness and ability to work hours on an as-needed basis during catastrophe events and unplanned “rush” projects for clients.
Reviews time and expenses charged to the Projects managed.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position approves and coordinates environmental consulting staff assigned to environmental projects. Directly supervises employees, vendors or contractors involved in each project. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Other responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; addressing complaints; resolving problems; as well as integrating and collaborating with the J.S. Held team.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors/master’s degree in science/Geology/Engineering
Valid Driver’s License
Relevant experience in the field
Excellent Communication Skills
Subject Matter Expert in Multiple Scientific Principles
Strong Project Management Skills including Time Management
Results-Driven Leadership Skills
Good Business Judgement Skills
Teamwork Oriented
Problem Solving/Analysis
Builds and Maintains a Highly Ethical Practice and Reputation
Outstanding Customer Relationship Management Skills
Possess Financial Management Skills to Keep Projects on Budget
Work Environment
Office or field environment will be where work is performed.
Wet or humid conditions may be encountered during fieldwork with high ambient temperatures in the summer or cold ambient temperatures in the winter.
Able to work in elevated areas with fall protection equipment.
Noisy environments may be encountered with the need for hearing protection.
High levels of personal protective equipment may be required at various times, depending upon the client’s location and hazards present.
Physical and Mental Job Qualifications
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Sitting is limited to lunch, breaks, and driving.
A number of duties are performed on feet.
Walking for long periods on many different terrains that could range from flat to hilly or rough and slippery.
Able to carry equipment as much as 40 lbs. unassisted.
Must be able to use hands and fingers to pick up objects, turn on regulators, insert earplugs, and use hand tools.
Push or pull items.
Able to reach above head.
Able to bend at the knees.
Able to climb ladders to reach high areas or down into tanks or excavations.
Able to wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and perform required job duties at the same time.
Able to squat, kneel or crouch in confined spaces when necessary.
Vision must be correctable to at least 20:40 with the ability to distinguish colors with good depth perception and peripheral vision.
This is a full-time, salaried position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, flexible hours are required to complete job tasks in some circumstances. This position can require rapid response due to chemical or weather-related emergencies outside of normal business hours; travel out of town as needed and weekend work may be involved where necessary.
Travel
Travel is primarily local, but can also be regional or national depending on the project or need. Rapid response to client emergencies and overnight travel is sometimes required.
We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable adjustment in relation to any of the above, please email and include “Applicant Adjustment” within the subject line with your request and contact information.
Some of the Benefits We Have Include
J.S. Held understands all of our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.
Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely when needed
Generous Annual Leave Policy
Comprehensive Medical Insurance
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal!
J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Department
Science & Technology : EH&S : Industrial Hygiene & the Built Environment
Employment Type
Full Time