Environmental Manager

CRH; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading cement manufacturer in New Braunfels, Texas is seeking an Environmental Manager to oversee the plant environmental program and ensure compliance with federal and state laws. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in environmental studies or related field and a minimum of 7 years' experience. Responsibilities include liaising with regulatory agencies and implementing environmental strategies. A commitment to safety and a proactive stance on environmental issues is crucial, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the environmental field.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies.
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer the plant environmental program for compliance.
• Evaluate site environmental performance through audits.
• Serve as local contact with regulatory stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership

Decision making

Communication skills

Knowledge of environmental laws

Education

Bachelor's Degree in environmental studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job ID: 522108

Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America’s leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

Summary

The Environmental Manager administers the plant environmental program following federal and state environmental laws and regulations in alignment with corporate environmental policies. This position ensures ongoing environmental compliance and fosters best practices in all operations. The position implements environmental policies and practices, supports the development of environmental strategies to meet targets, and deploys tools and systems to monitor performance and strategic outcomes.

What You’ll Be Contributing

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental (air, water, and waste) permits and all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Maintain a compliance task list and monitoring system, including deadlines to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate site environmental performance, identify corrective actions through audits, and implement follow-up assessments.
• Serve as the local contact with regulatory and community stakeholders relating to environmental matters.
• Participate in projects involving environmental issues, including contact with regulatory agencies, and accompany inspectors during inspections.
• Review all projects for environmental compliance and obtain necessary permits for execution. Assist regulatory agencies by providing information and assistance as required.
• Complete, administer, and assist in preparing various reports/renewals.
• Coordinate and supervise stack testing activities and review/approve all stack testing reports.
• Complete, administer, and assist with various surveys and questionnaires from internal and external sources.
• Perform audits of the data acquisition system and maintain/administer changes.
• Administer the training of plant personnel as needed to implement the compliance management system.
• Participate in audits at other Ash Grove facilities.
• Travel requirements up to 10%.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To Succeed In This Position, You Will Need

• Minimum of a 4 year/Bachelor's Degree in environmental studies, engineering, natural sciences, law, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the environmental field, cement, mining, or related industry.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies.
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills.
• Ability to build a team and lead a team.
• Ability to perform, plan, organize, and prioritize.
• Ability to make decisions and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at a conclusion.
• Ability to use a computer and Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of environmental programs, policies, and practices applicable to a cement manufacturing environment.
• Ability to promote a positive environmental image of the plant in the community.
• Ability to work with general policies and objectives.
• Ability to work independently and refer questionable items to the supervisor.

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.