Project Manager (EHS Lead)

Collabera; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 123,984 - 130,872; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays annually

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Massachusetts seeks an experienced Construction & Facilities EH&S Lead to support a significant expansion initiative. This role involves developing and implementing safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and promoting sustainability. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, over 7 years of EH&S experience, and strong construction safety skills. The role offers an hourly salary of $90-$95 and benefits like medical insurance and paid leave.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive EH&S experience required.
• Direct experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments is essential.
• Working knowledge of Safe Work Permit systems is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement technical safety initiatives for projects.
• Lead contractor and construction safety programs.
• Conduct risk assessments and address compliance concerns.

Skills

EHS experience

Construction safety

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction & Facilities EH&S Lead to support a major pharmaceutical expansion initiative in the Greater Boston area.

This role partners closely with Facilities Operations and Project Management teams to ensure Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) excellence across construction and operational activities.

The EH&S Lead will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive safety programs that support construction projects, facility operations, and long-term sustainability goals.

This individual will serve as a key liaison between project stakeholders and contractors to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement technical safety initiatives that support operational efficiency and on-time project delivery.
• Lead contractor and construction safety programs, including Permit-to-Work systems.
• Serve as the EH&S liaison for site expansion and construction projects.
• Support and enhance the site’s EHS Management System.
• Conduct risk assessments and proactively identify enterprise-level risks.
• Lead incident investigations, resolve compliance concerns, and address regulatory inquiries.
• Align site EH&S practices with enterprise standards.
• Promote environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with facilities, operations, and project teams.
• Respond to emergencies and provide leadership in critical situations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (required)
• 7+ years of progressive EH&S experience (rate aligned to experience level)
• Direct experience in pharmaceutical or biotech environments
• Strong construction safety experience
• Working knowledge of Safe Work Permit systems
• Experience designing and implementing EHS Management Systems
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local EH&S regulations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in research laboratories, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical facilities
• EHS certifications such as:
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Demonstrated experience with risk mitigation, hazard identification, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across organizational levels.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is between $90.00 and $95.00 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, days/hours of paid sick and safe time, days/hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually, and any additional benefits applicable.