Science Building Leader at NV5 in Torrance, CA

Position Summary

NV5 is growing our Environmental Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene, and Air Quality practice and is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Specialist Consultant to join our team in Torrance, California.

The successful candidate will support a variety of environmental compliance, industrial hygiene, air quality, and occupational health and safety projects for public- and private-sector clients throughout California. Working under the mentorship of senior technical staff, this position offers an excellent opportunity to develop consulting, regulatory compliance, and project management skills while supporting complex environmental and EHS programs.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of environmental, health, and safety regulations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Why NV5?

NV5 Environmental is building a different kind of consulting firm: one driven by technical excellence, innovation, and collaboration. Our team consists of experienced scientists, engineers, industrial hygienists, and environmental professionals who help clients navigate complex environmental and regulatory challenges.

We are trusted advisors to industrial, commercial, institutional, and government clients, providing solutions related to environmental compliance, industrial hygiene, air quality, sustainability, site assessment, remediation, and occupational health and safety.

Joining NV5 means:

• Working alongside industry-leading technical experts.
• Gaining exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects and clients.
• Developing specialized expertise in California environmental and workplace safety regulations.
• Growing your consulting, project management, and technical skills.

Contributing to projects that help make workplaces and communities safer, healthier, and more sustainable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) compliance programs.
• Conduct field assessments and compliance audits at industrial, commercial, municipal, and institutional facilities.
• Perform industrial hygiene evaluations, including:
  • Air monitoring and exposure assessments
  • Ventilation evaluations
  • Noise monitoring
  • Heat stress assessments
  • Indoor air quality investigations
• Support air quality compliance projects, including emissions inventories, permit compliance evaluations, and regulatory reporting.
• Assist clients in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local environmental and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Interpret and apply regulatory requirements associated with agencies such as:
  • Cal/OSHA
  • U.S. EPA
  • DTSC
  • CUPA
  • AQMD/APCD
  • Regional Water Quality Control Boards
  • Local sanitation districts
• Prepare technical reports, compliance plans, permit applications, and regulatory correspondence.
• Assist clients in responding to regulatory inspections, information requests, and enforcement actions.
• Support development and implementation of Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and EHS management programs.
• Interface directly with client personnel, regulators, subcontractors, and project team members.
• Manage multiple project assignments while maintaining schedules, budgets, and quality objectives.
• Support proposal preparation, scope development, and other business development activities as needed.

Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, Chemistry, Biology, or a related technical discipline.
• 1-3 years of environmental, industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, or regulatory compliance experience.
• Strong understanding of environmental and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to conduct field work, including occasional travel and work at industrial facilities.
• Valid California driver's license with an acceptable driving record and reliable transportation.

Preferred

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Industrial hygiene experience, including air sampling and exposure assessment.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction or General Industry Certification.
• Experience with California environmental regulations and permitting.
• Experience preparing technical reports and regulatory submissions.

The pay range for this California position is $72,500- $80,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate

Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.