Principal Technical Consultant, Health and Safety (Principal Level) - ERM NC, Inc.

ERM is seeking a Principal Technical Consultant, Health and Safety to join our Charlotte, North Carolina office.  The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of technical capability and deep understanding of regulations, as well as business processes to help our clients proactively address their EHS risks and challenges.  In this role, you will work closely with other Consultants and Partners on health and safety related projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and manage innovative, behavior and performance outcome-focused approaches and programs for a variety of clients with complex technical/ regulatory issues.
• Design and implement corporate H&S strategies and programs for behavior-based safety, compliance auditing, safety management systems, process safety and risk management, high-impact training, and general compliance support.
• Conduct training, field coaching, and assessment for safety performance improvement projects.
• Support, as needed, environmental, health and safety (EHS) compliance, environmental management system, sustainability, due diligence transaction, environmental compliance programs, contingency plans, multi-media permits, and reports for air quality, hazardous waste, spill prevention, storm water, and wastewater.
• Interact with ERM offices to generate proposals and coordinate projects.
• Perform multiple projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and ensure quality standards on project deliverables.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BS/MS in safety, occupational health, engineering, or related science degree.
• 12+ years (15+ years preferred) relevant experience in working with significant industrial clients on regulatory compliance and sustainable H&S compliance programs, with emphasis on the manufacturing, oil and gas, power, and hi-tech sectors.
• Certification in field; CSP, CIH, PE, or similar registration highly desirable. Current DOT screening.
• Be passionate about EHS performance improvement and have substantial experience with practical implementation.
• Solid understanding of the relevant local, state and federal regulations and how they apply to heavy industry and capital projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Recognized technical expertise by and established reputation in the local marketplace.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Local candidates preferred.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. 

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!