Environmental Manager

Oldcastle; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Program

Health & Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, seeks an Environmental Manager to lead plant environmental programs in Texas. You will ensure compliance with air, water and waste permits, drive best practices, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to meet performance targets.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 7 years of experience, with strong communication and leadership skills for a diverse team. Travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental field or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the environmental field, cement/mining or related industry.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies.
• Proficient in English communication (written and verbal).
• Ability to lead and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and ensure compliance with environmental permits and laws.
• Maintain compliance tracking and deadlines across environmental programs.
• Lead audits and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and community stakeholders.
• Coordinate and supervise environmental testing and reporting.
• Travel up to 10% as required.

Skills

Leadership

Planning & organizing

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental studies, engineering, natural sciences, law, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job ID: 522108Ash 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 At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Disability Pay, Life Insurance, Growth Opportunities and more!

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.
• Ensures compliance with all environmental (air, water, and waste) permits and all applicable federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Maintains a compliance task list and monitoring system, including deadlines to ensure compliance.
• Evaluates site environmental performance, identifies corrective actions through audits, and implements follow-up assessments.
• Serves as the local contact with regulatory and community stakeholders relating to environmental matters.
• Participates in projects involving environmental issues, including contact with regulatory agencies, and accompanies inspectors during inspections.
• Reviews all projects for environmental compliance and obtains necessary permits for executionAssists regulatory agencies by providing information and assistance as required.
• Completes, administers, and assists in preparing various reports/renewals.
• Coordinates and supervises stack testing activities and reviews/approves all stack testing reports.
• Completes, administers, and assists with various surveys and questionnaires from internal and external sources.
• Performs audits of the data acquisition system and maintains/administers changes.
• Administers the training of plant personnel as needed to implement the compliance management system.
• Participates 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.

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.

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.