Hybrid EHS Consultant: Impactful Safety & Compliance

ERM; California; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Disability insurance

401(k) or RRSP/DPSP

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role focuses on leading EHS programs, conducting risk assessments, and guiding Fortune 500 clients through regulatory landscapes to improve safety and sustainability.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in safety or related science, 2+ years of experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to travel up to 40 hours weekly within Northern California.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related science degree.
• 2+ years of relevant experience, ideally within technology, biotech, manufacturing, or energy sectors.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal EHS regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills—clear, concise, and client-focused.
• Willingness to travel to and be at client site(s) for up to 40 hours/week primarily within the Northern California San Fran Bay Area, California.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement innovative safety programs addressing client needs.
• Perform safety risk assessments, inspections, and observations to ensure compliance.
• Investigate incidents, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
• Build strong client relationships and deliver high-quality EHS solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement EHS programs and strategies.

Skills

Bachelor degree in Safety, Occupationa

2+ years of relevant experience

Knowledge of EHS regulations

Travel to client sites

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related science degree

Master's degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Engineering, or related science degree

Job description

ERM is seeking a Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role focuses on leading EHS programs, conducting risk assessments, and guiding Fortune 500 clients through regulatory landscapes to improve safety and sustainability.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in safety or related science, 2+ years of experience, strong regulatory knowledge, and the ability to travel up to 40 hours weekly within Northern California.