Sustainability & Environmental Compliance Lead

L.B. Foster; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

L.B. Foster seeks an Environmental Manager to lead environmental strategy and sustainability initiatives across the organization. You will drive compliance with applicable regulations and manage EMS implementation, auditing, and reporting.

The role collaborates with operations, engineering, and leadership to embed environmental considerations in projects, supports ESG goals, and promotes a culture of stewardship and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field; 5+ years in environmental management.
• Experience with EMS and sustainability reporting (ISO 14001 preferred).
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of environmental and sustainability strategies.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and permit conditions.
• Manage EMS (implementation, maintenance, auditing).
• Track and report emissions, energy, water, and waste metrics.
• Develop initiatives for waste reduction, energy efficiency, and conservation.
• Prepare environmental reports and sustainability disclosures.
• Collaborate across functions to integrate environmental considerations into projects.
• Support ESG reporting and corporate responsibility initiatives.
• Monitor regulatory changes to ensure proactive compliance.
• Promote environmental stewardship and continuous improvement.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Sustainability reporting

Stakeholder management

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ISO 14001 Lead Auditor

MS Office

Job description

L.B. Foster seeks an Environmental Manager to lead environmental strategy and sustainability initiatives across the organization. You will drive compliance with applicable regulations and manage EMS implementation, auditing, and reporting.

The role collaborates with operations, engineering, and leadership to embed environmental considerations in projects, supports ESG goals, and promotes a culture of stewardship and continuous improvement.