Certified Industrial Hygienist

Coho Construction Management is seeking an experienced Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) to identify, evaluate, and control workplace conditions that may pose health risks to employees and subcontractors based in Chantilly, VA. The CIH will conduct exposure assessments, ensure compliance with occupational health regulations, and design programs to protect worker health and safety across our active construction sites and project locations.

This position is considered remote. Frequent travel to project sites nationwide required (may include multi-day or extended trips)

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Conduct workplace exposure assessments for chemical, physical, biological, and ergonomic hazards (air sampling, noise monitoring, radiation surveys, etc.)

Interpret monitoring data against OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs), ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLVs), and other applicable standards

Develop and recommend engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE) programs to reduce employee exposure

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local occupational health regulations (OSHA, EPA, NIOSH, and similar agencies)

Write technical reports, exposure assessments, and compliance documentation

Develop and deliver employee training on hazard communication, respiratory protection, hearing conservation, and related topics

Manage or support industrial hygiene sampling equipment calibration and maintenance

Investigate employee health complaints and potential exposure incidents

Support audits, inspections, and regulatory agency interactions

Collaborate with EHS, project management, and site superintendents to integrate industrial hygiene practices into daily construction operations

Maintain accurate records of exposure monitoring, training, and corrective actions

Essential Job Qualifications and Requirements:

Education and Certifications:

Master's degree in Industrial Hygiene or related field (preferred)

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field

Active Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) credential through the American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH)

Required Experience and Skills:

Minimum of 3 years of professional industrial hygiene experience

Experience in commercial or industrial construction environments (exposure to silica, asbestos, lead, noise, or other jobsite hazards) (preferred)

Additional certifications (CSP, CHMM, or similar) (preferred)

Experience with industrial hygiene software/data management systems (preferred)

Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, ACGIH guidelines, and industrial hygiene sampling methods

Experience with air sampling, noise dosimetry, and other exposure monitoring equipment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects/sites

Working Conditions

Combination of office work and on-site visits to active construction jobsites

Must wear appropriate PPE on construction sites (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, etc.)

Exposure to typical construction site conditions (noise, dust, weather, uneven terrain) during assessments

  About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River’s Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care

Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan

Retirement 401(k) with employer match

Open leave policy and paid holidays

Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note : These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.

 

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.