Environmental Project Manager

Our Values
We live our mission through three core values:

• People First: Support our team and clients, promote professional growth, and value collaboration.
• Integrity of the Science: Deliver accurate, reliable results through objective, evidence-based practices.
• Client Relationships for Life: Build long-term partnerships and help clients address environmental health challenges.

About FACS & You
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About the Role
The Project Manager (CSP) leads and manages environmental health, industrial hygiene, and water quality projects across the Chicagoland region from initiation through completion. In this role, you will leverage your professional expertise to oversee complex site assessments, industrial hygiene evaluations, exposure monitoring, and remediation-related work while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

You'll manage key client relationships, develop scopes, proposals, and budgets, coordinate field operations, and monitor project performance to ensure technical accuracy and timely delivery. You will also provide mentorship to junior staff, support business development initiatives, and collaborate with leadership to expand service capabilities within the Chicago market.

This position is ideal for experienced CSP professionals who excel at leading multidisciplinary teams, managing diverse environmental and industrial hygiene projects, and delivering high-quality, client-focused solutions throughout Chicagoland.
This position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to the FACS team.
 

What You'll Do

Lead and Manage Projects

• Oversee environmental health, industrial hygiene, and water quality projects from initiation through completion.
• Conduct site assessments, industrial hygiene evaluations, exposure monitoring, and remediation-related work.
• Develop project scopes, proposals, and budgets while monitoring technical accuracy and timely delivery.
• Manage key client relationships and ensure project deliverables meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
• Monitor Work in Progress (WIP), including staff time entries, laboratory charges, and other project costs.
• Select, rent, or verify calibration of necessary field equipment.
• Prepare and review project reports and maintain accurate electronic project documentation.
• Support invoicing, collections, and accounting processes as needed.
   

Mentor and Develop Staff

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical support to junior staff.
• Assist in recruitment, training, and professional development to promote technical excellence and growth.

Support Business Development

• Make and log client service and business development calls.
• Attend association meetings, targeted presentations, and client events.
• Deliver presentations and assist in preparing marketing materials, including project summaries.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify and expand service offerings in the Chicago market.

Maintain Technical Expertise

• Maintain required CSP certification and attend internal and external training programs.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control audits.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and applicable regulations.

What You Bring

• CSP certification with demonstrated experience in environmental health, industrial hygiene, or related fields.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Health and Safety, Biological or Physical Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of technical and industry experience, including managing small- to mid-scale projects within relevant service lines.
• Current required state licensure and certifications for work performed.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to pass annual medical exams and respirator fit tests.
• Effective, professional, and clear communication skills — both written and verbal.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules and travel to multiple project locations as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and ability to learn new software quickly.

Why Join Us

• Impact: Lead projects that improve environmental health and safety for clients and communities.
• Culture: Collaborate in a professional, supportive, and learning-focused environment.
• Opportunity: Expand leadership, project management, and technical expertise.
• Growth: Access mentorship, training, and career advancement opportunities within the company.

Physical & Work Requirements:

• Physical ability to stoop, kneel, climb, crawl, walk, and stand for extended periods in varied work environments to perform sampling activities.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for documentation and reporting.
• Must be able to pass a background check, annual physicals, and OSHA-required respirator fit tests.

Compensation and Rewards

Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure tied to individual and team achievements.

Comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Medical coverage with company-paid premiums for employees and dependents
• Vision and dental plan options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Company-sponsored programs including Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, Rocket Lawyer legal services, and mobile phone plan with Verizon
• Voluntary benefits options including supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents, short-term disability, hospital, accident, and pet insurance
• Generous PTO (3 weeks accrual), paid holidays, volunteer days, and floating holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement Program to promote higher education
• Paid training and certifications to support career advancement
• Incentive Bonus Plan and Donation Matching Program
   

Wage Transparency:
Pay for this position is based on a number of factors including geographic location, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
 

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Forensic Analytical Consulting Services is an equal-opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and do not discriminate based on race, age, disability, or other non-merit characteristics. We welcome all candidates to apply, including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
 

Employment Contingency:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and drug screening.