Director of Environmental Health and Safety

American Society of Safety Professionals; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a Director of Environmental Health & Safety to manage EHS services and ensure a safe working environment in Concord, NH. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience, a relevant degree, and certifications in safety operations. This employee-owned company offers competitive salaries, a flexible hybrid schedule, and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Flexible hybrid schedule

Extensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years related experience and/or training.
• Experience coordinating safety operations across sites, including construction.
• Must possess OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour and Management/Supervisor Training certificates.

Responsibilities

• Manage and perform EHS services projects and develop business plans.
• Lead Health & Safety program and committee compliance with OSHA.
• Conduct necessary training and education for Health & Safety.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Cost Management

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Nobis

Nobis Group is an integrated consulting firm providing engineering and engineering solutions for public and private projects of all sizes. We are committed to solving the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live – community by community, and project by project.

Overview

Nobis is looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Director of Environmental Health & Safety to work in our Concord, NH office to develop a client portfolio, manage projects, and provide Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) services; and manage the company health and safety program to ensure it provides a safe working environment for all employee-owners. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual that has demonstrated experience and a desire to join our remarkable team of forward-thinking committed partners!

What You’ll Do

Leading and Growing EHS Services at Nobis: Manage and perform EHS services projects, develop and maintain a Business Plan for EHS services development in collaboration with business development, marketing, and the Executive Team (ET). Develop marketing materials for core EHS services to support business development and external-facing media and client engagement to help develop business. Develop and maintain relationships with key regulator stakeholders to help with project management and client support. Perform client management to cultivate long-term relationships to grow and sustain EHS services within Nobis strategic goals, and travel to client sites as needed.

Leading and Maintaining the Nobis Health & Safety Program: Serve as a primary contact for company-wide safety matters, working with all employees to create a positive atmosphere relating to safety through positive reinforcement. Lead the company’s Health & Safety committee, ensuring proper representation from necessary positions within the company. Review existing safety programs and develop additional programs to address the company’s safety needs, ensuring compliance with OSHA and Federal contract requirements. Maintain an experience modification rate (EMR) of less than 1.0 to qualify for Federal work opportunities. Represent the company when responding to questions from OSHA representatives and report to OSHA as required under State and Federal law. Conduct or arrange for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) and other necessary Health & Safety training and education annually, while coordinating medical surveillance, hearing conservation, respiratory protection, and other related programs, and maintaining the required records.

What You’ll Need to Bring With You

An Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from an accredited college or university. Minimum of 10 years related experience and/or training or equivalent of education and experience.

Candidates must have experience with HAZWOPER safety issues and a proven track record of coordinating safety operations across various sites, including general and construction industries. They should demonstrate professionalism in managing time, costs, and deadlines, and possess excellent communication skills for interacting with employees, management, and regulators. Familiarity and experience with OSHA, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the Department of Transportation (highway and railway), asbestos regulations, construction-related safety, industrial hygiene, and other safety standards are highly desired.

Must possess a valid driver’s license, have own transportation and proof of current auto insurance, and be able to travel for project site visits, meetings, and training. Travel is highly dependent upon project work requirements and may be extensive at times.

Must possess OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour and Management/Supervisor Training certificates. Possession of professional certifications such as CSP, CHMM, or CIH is preferred.

What It’s Like Working at Nobis

We are 100% Employee-Owned and that makes you an owner. As a Nobis Employee-Owner, you will become part of a team that thrives on diversity of thought, encourages out-of-the-box ideas, and strives to fulfill our mission to deliver unparalleled engineering and environmental solutions that drive employee-owner, client, and community success.

We offer highly competitive salaries, generous paid time off, and a flexible hybrid schedule that allows our employee-owners to maintain a comfortable balance between life and work. In addition to our extensive benefits package, you will have access to all the advantages that come with working for an ESOP.

Nobis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.