Industrial Hygienist / Environmental Consultant (5+ years)

Sevee & Maher Engineers, Inc. (SME) has a new full-time position for an experienced Industrial Hygienist/Environmental Consultant at our office in Cumberland, Maine.

Founded in 1985, SME is an accomplished team of over 100 experienced and talented professionals providing civil and environmental engineering and consulting, comprehensive design, construction, permitting, and industrial hygiene services for commercial, industrial, governmental, and residential clients throughout the United States. SME combines strong technical expertise with innovative technologies to provide cutting edge solutions for our clients.

Position Summary

The Environmental Consultant/Industrial Hygienist is responsible for a range of duties, including indoor air testing, hazardous building materials inspection and sampling, abatement design specifications, oversight of hazardous material abatement, project management, site planning, bid and construction services, permitting, and investigation report preparation. This position will also be responsible for management and mentoring of less experienced staff.

The ideal candidate will possess a high level of organizational skills that are well suited to project management and the management of large quantities of environmental samples and observations. The candidate must possess excellent communication skills to effectively interact with contractors, business clients, and homeowners. A strong understanding of building systems and construction styles is helpful in understanding what building materials may be hazardous. Experience in creating realistic delivery schedules and accurate budgeting are key assets. This individual is an integral team member and problem solver who is adept at developing practical, cost-effective solutions that serve our clients well.

This position involves working with and sampling potentially hazardous materials. Qualified candidates must be able to pass a physical and wear personal protective equipment, including a tight-fitting respirator, and work is done in various weather conditions.  SME takes safety very seriously and expects all employees to comply with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• B.S. in a physical science such as Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, etc.
• An understanding of environmental regulations and/or the ability to read and interpret regulations.
• Ability to perform field work that includes working in the outdoors and various weather and environmental conditions, climbing ladders and working on elevated areas, wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as full body coverings and a respirator, physically accessing confined spaces and other areas of buildings and working nights and weekends when needed.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel, technical report writing, and data interpretation.
• Working with and interacting with clients to understand their needs, respond promptly to client requests, and provide consistent client support as needed.
• Effective oral and written communication skills are essential.

The preferred candidate would have some or all the following accreditations:

• MEDEP: MP, DC, AHERA Inspector, NIOSH 582 Air Analyst, Air Monitor;
• ACAC: CIE, CMC, or CMI
• Board of Certified Safety Professionals: CSP

Working at SME

At the heart of SME is our culture which is friendly and down to earth. SME is large enough to offer a full range of services but small enough that everyone on our team makes a difference. SME supports and encourages professional development and active participation with professional associations. Joining SME means becoming part of a group of dedicated professionals who enjoy doing meaningful work together.

Along with a collaborative work environment, SME offers:

• Work-life balance
• Hybrid work schedule
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Intraoffice groups including hiking, hockey, and running
• Community involvement such as volunteer days and an SME sponsored road race team, and
• Annual company appreciation event, fall golf outing, regular social events, and more.

Compensation and Benefits

SME offers an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes:

• 100% company paid Medical, Life, and Long-term and Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual contributions to the enrolled employee’s Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid vacation and sick time and 9 paid holidays per year
• Retirement plan comprising three components: a 401(k) plan with generous matching contribution; profit sharing; and a non-discretionary 3% of gross pay contribution, and
• Performance-based year-end bonuses.

Let’s Connect!

If this position sounds like a good fit for you, please submit your resume and cover letter as a single PDF or Word document to:  smeresumes@sme-engineers.com. No telephone calls, please. For more information about SME, visit sme-engineers.com.

SME is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fairness in all our employment practices. 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 applicable law.