Sr. EHS Consultant

Resource Options, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Options, Inc. (ROI) is seeking a Senior Environmental Health & Safety Consultant to strengthen client safety programs across diverse environments.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, hazard communication, training delivery, and incident investigations, with opportunities to lead audits and multi-site projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 5-8+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience.
• Experience developing and implementing OSHA compliance programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced or high-pressure environments.
• Valid United States driver's license.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Maintain environmental, health, and safety compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop and implement written health and safety programs including Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Personal Protective Equipment, Respiratory Protection, Electrical Safety, Hot Work, and Machine Guarding.
• Conduct workplace risk assessments and evaluate potentially hazardous operations and work practices.
• Perform workplace safety inspections and compliance audits, evaluating hazardous material management, personal protective equipment usage, and safe work practices.
• Engage directly with employees and supervisors during inspections and assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify potential occupational health hazards and assist with implementation of practical control measures.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near misses, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Communicate clearly and professionally regarding workplace safety concerns, regulatory requirements, and compliance recommendations.
• Develop and deliver Environmental Health & Safety training programs for employees and management teams.
• Prepare technical reports, inspection findings, corrective action plans, and other compliance documentation.
• Assist organizations in maintaining and improving health and safety management systems.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of quality and client service.

Skills

EH&S experience

OSHA compliance

Safety audits

Risk assessment

Training delivery

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/related field

Job description

Join a Leading Team as a Senior Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Consultant! Are you an experienced and motivated EH&S professional looking to make a meaningful impact across diverse and challenging work environments? We are seeking a talented individual to join a growing team and support Environmental Health & Safety programs that exceed regulatory and industry standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in EH&S compliance, a keen eye for detail, and a proactive approach to workplace safety. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy helping organizations create safer, more compliant workplaces, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Maintain environmental, health, and safety compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop and implement written health and safety programs including Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Fall Protection, Personal Protective Equipment, Respiratory Protection, Electrical Safety, Hot Work, and Machine Guarding.
• Conduct workplace risk assessments and evaluate potentially hazardous operations and work practices.
• Perform workplace safety inspections and compliance audits, evaluating hazardous material management, personal protective equipment usage, and safe work practices.
• Engage directly with employees and supervisors during inspections and assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify potential occupational health hazards and assist with implementation of practical control measures.
• Investigate workplace incidents and near misses, determine root causes, and recommend corrective and preventative actions.
• Communicate clearly and professionally regarding workplace safety concerns, regulatory requirements, and compliance recommendations.
• Develop and deliver Environmental Health & Safety training programs for employees and management teams.
• Prepare technical reports, inspection findings, corrective action plans, and other compliance documentation.
• Assist organizations in maintaining and improving health and safety management systems.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of quality and client service.

Qualifications

• Intrinsically motivated, willing, and able to continue gaining EH&S expertise.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 5-8+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience.
• Experience developing and implementing OSHA compliance programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced or high-pressure environments.
• Valid United States driver's license.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior consulting or multi-site EH&S experience.
• Completion of industry-recognized training programs such as OSHA 10, OSHA 30, HAZWOPER, DOT/IATA Hazardous Materials Transportation, or similar certifications.
• Active membership in professional safety organizations.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CHMM, CIH, ASP, or similar credentials.
• Experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and employee training programs.

Pay Range

$100,000 - $130,000 Commensurate with Experience

Now in our 4th decade, Resource Options, Inc. (“ROI”) partners with Design, Construction, Environmental, and Real Estate professionals to help them identify great opportunities within their area of expertise. With offices throughout New England, New York and New Jersey, ROI seeks candidates interested in rewarding careers with companies serving the natural and built environments. Representative positions include carpenters, electricians, laborers, pipefitters, plumbers, OSHA 40 technicians, CDL drivers, lab pack chemists, HEO’s, w/ww operators, analytical chemists, environmental scientists, safety professionals, land surveyors, M/E/P engineers, civil, structural and geotechnical engineers, architects and interior designers, project managers, estimators, superintendents, OPM representatives, property managers, facility maintenance technicians and more.

ROI intends to provide a safe and drug-free work environment for our employees and our clients; as such you may be required to take a pre-employment drug screen before beginning employment.

If you value an honest day's work and take pride in what you do, we want to work with you. Come join our team!

ROI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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