Associate Director- Safety and Industrial Hygiene at Braun Intertec in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

Own where you work. Braun Intertec is proud to be a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and testing firm of 1,000 employees with offices located in ten states. As a part of our exciting growth initiatives, we are continuing to build relationships in emerging markets and recruiting new talent. Our dedication to being the Employer of Choice is instrumental in achieving our goal of becoming the Consultant of Choice. By hiring the best people and helping each other grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for our employee owners and our clients.


We want our employee-owners to be fully engaged - at home, at work, and in their communities. We provide our employees with a full range of benefits including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans, paid time off (as well as volunteer time off), company match 401k, participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), technical training and career development resources, and access to our wellness program. The ESOP is a benefit we are proud of and celebrate as it allows all employees to be owners within the company.


We offer the flexibility to work from home or in an office environment on your own terms.


This is a great opportunity to lead our growing Environmental Compliance and Permitting - Safety and Industrial Hygiene Services Group in our South Central division. Are you energized by the prospect of nurturing a dynamic team? Are you eager to collaborate with a dedicated group focused on innovative approaches to intricate EHS challenges across diverse clientele? This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.



Key Responsibilities



An Associate Director in our EHS practice group is responsible for providing strategic direction, overseeing project delivery, managing client relationships, and contributing to business development efforts. You will contribute to the firm's success by:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the health and safety consulting practice.


• Driving and implementing strategy for the EHS practice group's performance and growth at a national level.


• Collaborating closely with other members of the firm, listening to the client's needs, and developing solutions to meet their needs.


• Overseeing the delivery of consulting services, including risk assessments, compliance audits, training programs, and incident investigations.


• Working with the team to develop and implement innovative solutions to address complex health and safety challenges.


• Cultivating and maintaining relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.


• Mentoring and coaching junior staff members, fostering their professional development and growth.


• Keeping up with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements to ensure the continued excellence of our services.


• Collaborating with other departments within the firm to leverage expertise and resources for optimal client outcomes.


• Participating in business development activities, including proposal writing, client presentations, and networking events.

• Tracking project performance, profitability, schedule, and ensuring the team has the right resources to complete client work.

• Establishing, building and maintaining long-term relationships with clients, vendors, and partners.


• Conducting internal and external business development activities for EHS services while partnering with other business units to cross-sell applicable Braun Intertec services to new and existing clients.


• Performing technical work and supporting project deliverables on a variety of EHS projects including:

• Asbestos, lead, PCB, and other regulated materials assessments;


• Indoor air quality assessments (mold, VOCs, CO, CO2, etc.)

• Employee exposure assessments;


• Noise dosimetry and sounds pressure level surveys;


• Chemical exposure assessments;


• Ventilation studies;


• Various assessments including PPE, LOTO, confined spaces, heat stress, etc.

• Safety training and audits/reviews.

• BS degree or higher in Industrial Hygiene, Occupational Health/Safety, Public Health, Environmental Science, Safety or Chemical Engineering, or related field.


• 15-20+ years of experience in health and safety consulting, with a proven track record of team leadership and project management.

• In-depth knowledge of relevant health and safety regulations, standards, and best practices.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels.


• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.


• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.


• Proven leadership skills with experience mentoring junior staff.


• Ability to collaboratively work with other offices to address national or regional client concerns.


• Strong desire to help build and grow a client base through diverse business development initiatives.

• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.


• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.