Technical Director Job at Saige Partners in Minneapolis

Job Overview: Our client, is seeking to add a NEW Technical Director to their team.

We are seeking a Technical Director at a pivotal stage of growth as the organization evolves from a model built on individual expertise to one driven by scalable systems, standardized processes, and national expansion.

This role is responsible for capturing, codifying, and scaling technical expertise across a growing network of franchise partners and mobile laboratories. The ideal candidate brings deep Industrial Hygiene (IH) knowledge and uses that expertise to build systems that ensure consistent, high-quality execution across all locations.

This is a Direct Hire role.

What you will be doing as a Technical Director …

• Accreditation & Compliance
• Lead NVLAP accreditation from readiness assessment through certification
• Oversee professional licensing and laboratory accreditations across all operations
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
• Manage audit preparation, proficiency testing, and quality control documentation
• Build scalable compliance systems to support multi-site and franchise operations
• SOP Development & Process Systems
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive library of mobile lab SOPs
• Standardize technical procedures to ensure consistency and defensibility
• Evaluate emerging testing methods and technologies
• Define service offerings based on technical rigor, market demand, and risk
• Training & Knowledge Management
• Design training frameworks that build true technical competency
• Standardize onboarding and continuing education across all locations
• Capture and document institutional knowledge into scalable systems
• Ensure consistent technical performance across field and lab teams
• Technical Leadership
• Serve as senior CIH, providing guidance on complex or high-risk projects
• Support field teams with sampling strategies, methodologies, and reporting
• Maintain high technical standards through process and leadership
• Provide expertise in asbestos, mold, lead, and hazardous materials testing
• Sales & Industry Engagement
• Act as the technical authority in client and partner discussions
• Represent the organization at industry events and with regulatory bodies
• Support franchise partners in understanding and maintaining technical standards

Skills you ideally bring to the table as a Technical Director …

• 8–10+ years of experience in environmental testing, consulting, or lab services
• Hands-on expertise in asbestos, mold, lead, and hazardous materials
• Experience developing SOPs, quality systems, and accreditation processes
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and audit processes
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related field

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