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# Sr Project Manager - IH at Apex Companies

- **Company:** Apex Companies
- **Location:** Rockville, MD
- **Compensation:** $90k–$120k
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-07-17
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/apexcompanies/jobs/5362505008

## Job description

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.

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.

## #LI-MW1

Apex Job Title: Sr Project Manager

Req ID: 11847 Annual Expected Pay Range $90,000—$120,000 USD

We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity and differences of our employees, customers, and communities. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. Apex aims to make apexcos.com accessible to all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, please contact Talent@apexcos.com or (301) 417-0200. Likewise, feel free to reach out to us if you would like to view or discuss Apex policy related to equal employment opportunity or have any related concerns. EO/AA/VEV/Disabled Employer

TO ALL RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Apex Companies does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes for any of our job postings to our career’s sites, or to any employees of Apex Companies or affiliates. Apex Companies is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

## About Apex Companies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Apex Companies is a national multidisciplinary consulting and engineering firm providing environmental, infrastructure, health & safety, and compliance services to public and private clients.
- **Entity Type**: Private (owned by Morgan Stanley)
- **Headquarters**: Rockville, Maryland, United States
- **Founded**: 1988
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Environmental Services, Engineering, Consulting, Infrastructure, Water Management, Health & Safety
- **Target customers**: B2B – public agencies (federal, state, local), private sector (energy, transportation, manufacturing, real estate, aerospace, telecommunications)
- **Mission/purpose**: “Shaping a safe, sustainable, and equitable future” – supporting the natural and built environment through engineering excellence.

## Products & Services
Apex offers a suite of professional and field services across four main pillars:
- **Environmental**: Compliance, assessment, remediation, permitting, and expert witness/litigation support.
- **Infrastructure**: Multidisciplinary planning, design, and delivery for transportation, water, energy, and telecommunications.
- **Health & Safety**: Workplace health, safety, and regulatory compliance services.
- **Compliance & Assurance**: Environmental data management and compliance platform (ARTEMIS®), ESG and resiliency consulting, and integrated water/wastewater/stormwater management.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue estimated at $250 million (LinkedIn company data)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Parent company is Morgan Stanley. Key clients include confidential aerospace firms, Colonial Pipeline, Oregon DEQ, and numerous public agencies.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Ranked #13 All-Environmental Firm by ENR (2024) and #68 in Top 200 Environmental Firms
  - Named a 2026 Hot Firm by Zweig Group
  - Over 100 new grads hired in the last 4 years
  - 367 active job postings as of mid-2025, with monthly posting growth of +53.6%
  - 20% of employees promoted annually
  - Operates in all 50 U.S. states and 6 countries (India, Pakistan, China, Philippines, Egypt)

## Competitive Advantages
- **National footprint with local expertise**: Offices nationwide and a large, multidisciplinary team (864 employees) able to serve clients across diverse sectors.
- **Broad service line integration**: Clients can access environmental, engineering, compliance, and H&S services under one roof – reducing complexity and cost.
- **Award-winning track record**: Consistently recognized by ENR, Zweig Group, and Environmental Business Journal, which signals reliability and technical excellence.
- **Proprietary technology platform (ARTEMIS®)** for environmental data management, adding a digital differentiator.
- **Private equity backing (Morgan Stanley)** provides capital for acquisitions and growth (evidenced by acquired firms like Environmental Partners, PBS, etc.)

## Strategic Focus
- **Current priorities**: Continue expanding service lines and geographic reach, especially in water, ESG, and infrastructure. Invest in talent development and digital tools (ARTEMIS®).
- **Growth direction**: Organic growth through career development and promotions, plus strategic acquisitions to deepen capabilities. Emphasis on recruiting early-career talent and experienced professionals to support a growing project pipeline.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Collaborative, inclusive, and community-focused. Employees contribute paid time off and payroll donations to support colleagues and external charities. “We care. We collaborate. We deliver.”
- **Career development**: Individual Development Plans (IDPs), dual career tracks (management and technical), in-house SME workshops, conference attendance, tuition reimbursement, and on-demand training via Apex Online University.
- **Benefits**: Competitive pay, bonuses, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), company-paid life and disability, wellness programs, paid time off, holidays, and financial planning support (retirement, tax-deferred savings).
- **Work environment**: Mix of office, field, and remote work depending on role. Many positions involve client-site visits and fieldwork. The company supports flexible arrangements but does not publicly advertise a fully remote policy.
- **Recognition**: Employees have won awards such as Daily Journal of Commerce’s Women of Vision and IEA Associate of the Year.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Stated commitment to diversity and inclusion as a collaborative foundation.

## Sources
1. [apexcos.com](https://apexcos.com/)
2. [apexcos.com/careers/](https://apexcos.com/careers/)
3. [apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/](https://apexcos.com/careers/why-apex/)
4. [apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/](https://apexcos.com/careers/grow-with-us/)
5. [linkedin.com/company/apex-companies-llc](https://www.linkedin.com/company/apex-companies-llc)

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