EHS Construction Expansion Manager [AS-15109]

Shirley Parsons; Fremont (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Parsons is seeking an experienced EHS Construction Expansion Manager to support the expansion of two critical production facilities in Fremont, Ohio. The role focuses on driving environmental, health, and safety excellence throughout the full project lifecycle, shaping site-wide safety culture and ensuring regulatory compliance across large-scale capital projects.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of EHS experience in construction/manufacturing, strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA regulations, and

Qualifications

• Degree in EHS or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive EHS experience in capital projects or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Proven leadership to influence stakeholders and drive culture change.
• Certifications such as CSP/CIH/CHMM preferred; travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of EHS programs across major facility expansion projects.
• Serve as the key EHS advisor to project and operations leadership on compliance and risk.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations with CAPA follow-through.
• Partner with project, operations and cross-functional teams to integrate EHS into planning and execution.
• Monitor EHS performance, deliver training, maintain regulatory documentation, promote safety culture.
• Travel up to 50% to support project demands.

Skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor1s degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking an experienced EHS Construction Expansion Manager to support the expansion of two critical production facilities in Fremont, Ohio. This person will play a highly visible leadership role, driving environmental, health, and safety excellence throughout the full project lifecycle. The position offers the opportunity to shape site-wide safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, and influence long-term operational success. This is an excellent opportunity for an EHS professional who enjoys working on large-scale capital projects and creating lasting organizational impact.

The Role

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs across major facility expansion projects.
• Serve as the key EHS advisor to project and operational leadership, providing guidance on compliance, risk management, and industry best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations, while driving corrective and preventive actions.
• Partner with project, operations, and cross-functional teams to integrate EHS principles into planning, execution, and day-to-day site activities.
• Monitor EHS performance metrics, deliver training, manage regulatory documentation, and foster a proactive culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
• Ability to travel 50% of time.

The Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive EHS experience, including involvement with large capital projects, construction, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and industrial safety regulations, with a demonstrated track record of ensuring compliance and reducing risk.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, drive cultural change, and collaborate effectively across multiple teams.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM are preferred; willingness to travel up to 50% and support project demands as needed.