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Are you driven to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact? At Apex, we're building more than a consulting and engineering firm—we're creating a place where your career accelerates, your contributions matter, and your potential is fully realized. We believe your growth is our growth, which is why we invest in your development at every stage of your career. Here, you'll work on projects that shape communities, protect the environment, and create lasting impact, all while being empowered with the autonomy and flexibility to do your best work.
Fueled by high-quality delivery, exceptional client retention, and strategic acquisitions, Apex Companies continues to rank among the fastest-growing firms in the AEC industry, recently recognized by the Zweig Group for our industry-leading growth. Our success is grounded in strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes.
As we continue to expand, we're looking for high-performing professionals who are ready to lead, collaborate, innovate, and create impact. At Apex, you help shape what's next. When we succeed together, we share in that success. All Apex positions are eligible for annual bonus opportunities, reinforcing our commitment to recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions that drive our collective growth.
This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the terms and conditions of the Company's sign-on bonus program.
Are you an experienced Industrial Hygiene professional looking to lead impactful projects while helping grow an established practice? Apex Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Industrial Hygiene team in Rockville, MD.
In this role, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects for commercial, industrial, municipal, and federal clients throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. From asbestos and lead inspections to indoor air quality investigations, mold assessments, and traditional Industrial Hygiene services, you'll oversee projects from proposal through completion while partnering with clients to solve complex environmental and occupational health challenges.
You'll join a collaborative team that values technical excellence, client service, and professional growth, with the opportunity to shape your own career while working alongside experienced professionals across Apex's national network.
Your Responsibilities as a Senior Project Manager
- Manage multiple Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to Apex's high standards for quality.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, developing trusted relationships through exceptional communication, technical expertise, and responsive service.
- Lead projects involving:
- Asbestos inspections, management planning, and consulting
- Lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments
- Mold investigations and remediation oversight
- Indoor air quality (IAQ) assessments
- Industrial Hygiene services including noise monitoring, ventilation evaluations, and personal exposure monitoring
- Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, proposals, and work plans while monitoring project performance from kickoff through completion.
- Review technical reports, project deliverables, and regulatory documentation to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance.
- Coordinate project staffing, subcontractors, and internal resources to successfully deliver multiple concurrent projects.
- Mentor and support project managers, scientists, and field staff by providing technical guidance and encouraging professional development.
- Conduct occasional site visits throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region for senior-level inspections, quality assurance, client meetings, and project planning.
- Collaborate with Industrial Hygiene professionals and technical experts across Apex's offices to deliver innovative solutions and share best practices.
- Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and support new project opportunities by consistently delivering outstanding service and technical expertise.
- Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement on every project.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related discipline (Master's degree preferred).
- 10+ years of consulting experience managing Industrial Hygiene and hazardous materials projects.
- Professional certification such as CIH, CSP, or other relevant credentials is preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge of asbestos, lead-based paint, mold, indoor air quality, and traditional Industrial Hygiene practices.
- Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, proposals, subcontractors, and technical deliverables.
- Ability to successfully manage multiple projects while balancing changing priorities and client expectations.
- Excellent technical writing, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Experience mentoring and developing junior staff within a collaborative consulting environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365; experience with Deltek Vision and CRM platforms is a plus.
- Ability to travel approximately 5–10% throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.
Why You'll Love Working for Us
- Company-subsidized medical and dental insurance.
- Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) match and tuition assistance.
- Cross-training and opportunities to work on a variety of environmental projects.
- Performance-based bonuses and other incentives.
- Opportunities for continued technical and professional development.
- The opportunity to work alongside some of the best and brightest professionals in the environmental industry.
- Join a 2,000+ employee national firm with 70+ locations across the United States.
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Who's Hiring
- Aspen Dental12

- J.S. Held4

- BNBuilders3

- GLE Associates3G
- ECS Limited2

Top Industries Hiring
- Science & Research
- Technology & Software
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hygiene manager jobs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of HACCP principles and food safety or infection control regulations
- Experience conducting sanitation audits and developing corrective action plans
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Proficiency with inspection documentation systems and compliance reporting tools
- Bachelor's degree in environmental health, public health, food science, or a related field
- Ability to train and supervise frontline sanitation or hygiene staff
Tips for Your Hygiene Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to compliance keywords
Hygiene manager postings frequently screen for terms like HACCP, GMP, infection control protocols, and sanitation audits. Pull the exact language from each job description and weave it into your bullet points so your resume clears the ATS on the first pass.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists hygiene manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
List certifications in a prominent section
Credentials like ServSafe Manager, Registered Environmental Health Specialist, or OSHA 30-Hour often serve as minimum cutoffs, not just nice-to-haves. Place them in a dedicated certifications section near the top of your resume so hiring managers spot them immediately.
Target postings by industry setting
Hygiene manager duties differ significantly between a commercial kitchen, a hospital sterile processing unit, and a food manufacturing plant. Filter openings by industry or facility type so your application materials stay precisely aligned with the environment each employer describes.
Prepare audit scenario answers for interviews
Interviewers in this field routinely ask you to walk through how you handled a failed inspection, a contamination incident, or a staff compliance gap. Prepare two or three specific examples with measurable outcomes, such as deficiency rates reduced or corrective action timelines met.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
When an offer arrives, clarify the team size you will oversee, your budget authority for supplies and equipment, and whether you hold the final sign-off on corrective action plans. These structural factors shape daily workload as much as pay does and are negotiable before you accept.
Hygiene Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most hygiene managers?
The companies hiring the most hygiene managers right now include Aspen Dental, J.S. Held, and BNBuilders, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in food processing, healthcare facilities, and hospitality groups operating multiple locations.
How many hygiene manager jobs are remote?
About 50% of hygiene manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include compliance consulting, training program development, and corporate-level policy oversight rather than site-based sanitation management.
How do you become a hygiene manager?
Start by earning a degree in public health, food science, environmental health, or a closely related field, then obtain a recognized certification such as ServSafe Manager or a registered environmental health credential. Build direct experience in sanitation, quality assurance, or infection control roles, document measurable outcomes from audits you have led, and move into supervisory positions that require you to manage staff and correct compliance deficiencies.
Can you get hired as a hygiene manager with little experience?
Some employers will consider candidates with limited formal experience if you hold a relevant certification, have completed internships in food safety or infection control, and can demonstrate hands-on familiarity with audit processes. Targeting smaller operations, regional food service groups, or entry-level coordinator titles that ladder into the manager role gives you a realistic path in without an extensive resume.
What does the hygiene manager interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen focused on your regulatory knowledge and certification background, followed by an in-person or panel interview where you are asked to walk through past audit findings, corrective actions you led, and how you handle staff non-compliance. Some facilities include a site walkthrough so they can see how you assess a live environment before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to hygiene manager jobs?
You can find and apply to hygiene manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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