EHS Manager

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

LCH Lab. Corp. of America Holdings is seeking an Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager for its Chantilly, VA location. The candidate will lead and manage EHS programs, ensuring safe and compliant operations across multiple Labcorp sites.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor of Science degree and significant experience in EHS management. A competitive salary range of $100,000 – $125,000 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience with program or project management.
• 8 or more years of experience with Environment, Health and Safety (EHS).
• Demonstrate proficiency with technology used in safety inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage EHS programs for Labcorp locations.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage incident investigations and improve EHS programs.

Skills

Project management

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Job Overview

Labcorp is seeking an Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager to join our team in Chantilly, VA. This is a 1st shift position with approximately 10% travel to other Labcorp sites.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and manage EHS programs to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operations.
• Work directly with each location’s leadership teams to influence employees, set direction and vision, and provide support at all levels.
• Oversee EHS operations for one or more Labcorp locations, which may include laboratories, patient service centers, in‑office phlebotomists, branches, or stat labs within an assigned region.
• Manage and administer environmental, health, and safety programs to meet regulatory requirements, corporate initiatives, and company objectives.
• Implement strategies to assess and prevent applicable EHS‑related risks (waste management, fire protection, infectious disease, etc.).
• Serve as the technical lead for industrial hygiene, biosafety, laboratory safety, occupational health, chemical management, and waste management.
• Ensure sites accurately characterize waste streams and manage programs safely, responsibly, and compliantly.
• Partner with site management to achieve EHS goals (accident rates, training participation, etc.) and regulatory requirements (assessments, plans, training, etc.).
• Lead the EHS Committee and team activities, such as department safety teams and emergency response teams.
• Manage incident investigations and report EHS‑related information into the company’s EHS management system.
• Ensure medical care is provided for work‑related injuries and illnesses.
• Respond to site EHS emergency situations, including fires, explosions, chemical releases, and medical incidents, with proper training.
• Develop, implement, maintain, and deliver an effective and compliant EHS training program.
• Monitor EHS regulatory developments and determine applicability to the site.
• Initiate, establish, and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external clients by communicating and influencing at multiple levels to achieve results.
• Act as liaison between Labcorp and regulatory authorities during site inspections.
• Partner with facilities and other groups to ensure construction or renovation activities incorporate EHS considerations.
• Work with contracted insurance agencies to continually improve EHS programs via hosting inspections and implementing recommendations.
• Conduct routine site audits and reviews to identify systemic EHS management gaps, develop corrective measures, and implement solutions to sustain compliance with regulatory and Labcorp requirements; ensure timely correction of findings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree.
• 3 or more years of experience with program or project management.
• 8 or more years of experience with Environment, Health and Safety (EHS).

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 or more years of experience with Environment, Health and Safety in a laboratory setting.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.
• Chemical Hygiene Officer (CHO) certification.
• American Biological Safety Association (ABSA) certification or training.

Additional Job Standards

• Ability to simultaneously manage objectives that support EHS strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborate and work in a team environment.
• Influence diverse teams.
• Demonstrate proficiency with technology and equipment used in environmental, health, safety, and security inspections and reporting.
• Commitment and engagement through a high level of work ethic and utilization of abilities for the best of the company.
• Demonstrate effective performance in a deadline‑driven environment.

Pay Range and Incentives

Annual salary range: $100,000 – $125,000 (USD). The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan, payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and individual performance modifiers.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits for employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. Employment decisions are based on the needs of the business, qualifications, and merit. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, family or parental status, marital status, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply.