Job Description
Asbestos & Industrial Hygiene Group Manager - North Florida (Leadership Role)
Jacksonville | Gainesville | Tallahassee | North Florida / Panhandle
A major nationwide engineering & environmental consulting firm is expanding its Industrial Hygiene & Hazardous Materials practice across North Florida , and we are seeking an experienced leader to head the regional Asbestos & Industrial Hygiene Group .
This is a high-visibility leadership position within a large, well-resourced organization known for its technical depth, long-standing client base, and strong operational support. The successful candidate will guide a growing team, shape the business strategy for the North Florida market, and oversee delivery of complex IH and hazardous materials projects across a wide portfolio.
About the Role
As Group Manager, you will:
- Oversee a multidisciplinary team delivering asbestos, mold, IAQ, lead-based paint, and hazardous building materials assessments.
- Lead field investigations, IH sampling programs, exposure assessments, and abatement oversight for buildings and infrastructure throughout North Florida.
- Review and approve technical reports, ensuring accuracy, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
- Mentor junior and mid-level staff, driving professional development and technical excellence.
- Partner with the regional leadership team to create annual business and operational plans.
- Support proposal development, project scoping, pricing strategy, and client presentations.
- Engage in client relationship management and business development efforts to expand the practice.
- Guide daily operations: safety, staffing, workload forecasting, quality assurance, and financial performance metrics.
What Makes This Opportunity Unique
- Leadership position in a large, nationally recognized consulting organization
- A growing Industrial Hygiene practice with strong existing clients and exceptional corporate resources
- Ability to shape the future of the group in Jacksonville, Gainesville, the Panhandle, and surrounding regions
- Direct collaboration with senior leadership and technical experts
- A stable backlog of environmental, hazardous materials, and building science projects
- Long-term career advancement potential within a major corporation
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Health, Safety, or similar
- 7+ years of asbestos/industrial hygiene experience
- AHERA Asbestos Building Inspector certification
- Strong understanding of EPA, OSHA, and Florida regulations related to asbestos, LBP, mold, and hazardous materials
- Experience conducting mold/IAQ assessments, IH sampling, and exposure evaluations
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Valid driver's license
Preferred
- CIH, CSP, or Florida Asbestos Consultant (LAC)
- EPA Lead-Based Paint Inspector/Risk Assessor
- AHERA Project Designer or Management Planner
- Florida Mold Assessor
- Radon Measurement Technician/Specialist
How to Apply
If you'd like to confidentially discuss this leadership opportunity in North Florida, please reach out directly.
We are actively interviewing and moving quickly.
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