Project Operations Director Jobs in Portland, OR

About FACS

At FACS, our mission is to make environments safer and healthier for the people who live and work in them. As one of the nation's leading environmental health consulting firms, we help organizations protect their people, assets, and communities. We are built on purpose, partnership, and performance—delivering measurable impact with every client engagement.

Our Values

We live our mission through three core values:

• People First: Support our team and clients, promote professional growth, and value collaboration.
• Integrity of the Science: Deliver accurate, reliable results through objective, evidence-based practices.
• Client Relationships for Life: Build long-term partnerships and help clients address environmental health challenges.

About FACS & You

At FACS, your work contributes directly to safer, healthier communities. Ranked "Best Places to Work" for five consecutive years, we invest in your success through training, mentorship, and support for professional certifications—so you can grow, thrive, and build a career with lasting impact.

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Why Join Us

• Impact: Contribute meaningful work that empowers teams and drives results across the organization.
• Culture: Thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and mission-driven environment where your work matters.
• Growth: Innovate, develop your skills, and help shape the future of how we operate and deliver on our mission.
• Visibility: Partner directly with leadership and cross-functional teams to make a real difference.

About the Role:

The Assistant Director will be responsible for assisting the Local Director in achieving their office’s revenue and profit targets while complying with other company initiatives. The Assistant Director will lead and manage all aspects of asbestos, lead, mold and other industrial hygiene projects including conversing with potential and existing clients; managing project coordinators, project managers and/or technicians, proposal generation, managing project budgets and generating final reports and remediation specifications. Additional responsibilities include performing on-site surveys, inspections, assessments, abatement oversight and monitoring and auditing of safety procedures and applicable regulations associated with industrial hygiene and environmental projects.
This position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to the Team.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise staff to ensure that they achieve their goals, monitor training, and meet their individual, local office and company targets
• Lead by example in driving our People First core value in daily activities
• Drive sales by being a leader in our Culture of Business Development, including proactive customer calls and meetings as well as attending industry professional organizations and events
• Help Local Director develop strategic growth plans, including identifying industry sectors and service lines that will provide avenues for growth
• Travel to potential and existing clients to give presentations and obtain contracts
• Ensure local office provides exceptional customer service
• Develop revenue, expense budgets, ensure invoices go out in accordance with company policy, monitor accounts receivables, and assist accounting in the collections process
• Work with other Local Directors and Business Development staff in order to share client leads
• Ensure technical quality of the local office meets company standards
• Evaluate manpower needs with the Local Director for supporting our service activities and recruit and hire as needed
• Act as a company authority in our service disciplines, use initiative in keeping current with new industry developments, keep abreast of environmental safety and health legislation
• Always strive for constant improvement in all areas of our work by identifying issues and the root cause as opposed to simply putting a band-aid on the issue
• Maintain WIP (work in progress) to verify they are entered and correct
• Assist with recruitment of staff by participating in interviews and provide constructive feedback
• Other duties as deemed necessary by the Local Director

Requirements:

• Prefer 4-year college degree in business or science-related field
• Minimum 8 years of working knowledge and experience in environmental health consulting
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certification is preferred
• Strong operational and business development skills along with strong personnel leadership, management, and administrative skills
• Supervising experience a plus
• General understanding of financial reporting
• Deep knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, practices, and regulations, including exposure assessments, hazard control, and personal protective equipment
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical data effectively communicate findings to diverse technical and non-technical audiences

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30 lbs.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer for documentation and reporting.

• Must be able to pass a background check.

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure tied to individual and team achievements.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical coverage with 100% company-paid premiums for employees and their families, plus 50% of the annual deductible covered by the company.

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions

  • Vision and dental plan options

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)

  • Company-sponsored programs including Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, Rocket Lawyer legal services, and mobile phone plan with Verizon

  • Voluntary benefits options including supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents, short-term disability, hospital, accident, and pet insurance

  • Generous PTO (3 weeks accrual), paid holidays, volunteer days, and floating holiday

  • Tuition Reimbursement Program to promote higher education

  • Paid training and certifications to support career advancement

  • Incentive Bonus Plan and Donation Matching Program

Pay for this position is based on a number of factors including geographic location, relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

Forensic Analytical Consulting Services is an equal-opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and do not discriminate based on race, age, disability, or other non-merit characteristics. We welcome all candidates to apply, including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and drug screening.