EHS Construction Expansion Manager [AS-15109]

Shirley Parsons; Fremont (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Parsons is seeking an experienced EHS Construction Expansion Manager to lead environmental, health, and safety programs for two major facility expansions in Fremont, Ohio. This role influences site-wide safety culture, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports long-term operational success.

You will advise project and operations leadership, manage risk, and drive continuous improvement across planning, execution, and day-to-day site activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field.
• 7+ years in EHS with large capital projects or manufacturing environments.
• CSP/CIH/CHMM certifications preferred; willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS programs across major facility expansion projects.
• Advise leadership on compliance, risk management, and best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, inspections, and incident investigations; drive corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate EHS into planning and execution.
• Monitor EHS metrics, deliver training, manage regulatory documentation, and foster safety culture.
• Travel up to 50% as required.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety

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.