EHS Technical Consultant

About the role

Woodard & Curran is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Technical Consultant to join our Northeast regional team. This role combines technical expertise, project management, client relationship management, and business development to deliver successful EHS solutions across various markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead EHS consulting projects from proposal through delivery, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
• Apply Woodard & Curran’s Project Management Framework to deliver consistent, high-quality project outcomes.
• Advise clients on environmental compliance, occupational health and safety, process safety management, hazardous materials, permitting, audits, risk assessments, and EHS management systems.
• Translate complex federal, state, and local regulatory requirements into practical strategies that support safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
• Serve as a primary client contact, building trusted relationships and understanding each client’s business, risk profile, and operational goals.
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, and safety professionals.
• Support business growth through client development, proposal preparation, staffing coordination, and identification of new consulting opportunities.

Requirements

• 8–12 years of professional experience in environmental, engineering, or EHS consulting, with project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, occupational safety, or a related field; professional licensure or interest in obtaining a professional credential is a plus.
• Program/project experience within RCRA, TSCA, TRI, Tier II, SPCC, and DOT hazardous materials recommended.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and teams while maintaining effective client communication.
• Experience interpreting environmental, health, and safety regulations and preparing compliance plans, audit reports, permit applications, training materials, and related deliverables.
• Strong technical writing, verbal communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices and the ability to model safety leadership for clients and project teams.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across large, multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft platforms; interest in developing tools, templates, or automated processes to improve EHS compliance work is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.
• Must be able to travel approximately 50% of the time in the region for client engagements, site visits, and team collaboration.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge in environmental, health, and safety fields.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Project management and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and industry standards.

Benefits

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions.
• Time away from work: Observed holidays, paid vacation, and sick time.
• Employee Support & Benefits: Disability, health, life, and wellbeing coverage.
• Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility: We are committed to non-discrimination and making employment decisions based on job-related factors.

Pay

• This position’s anticipated pay range is provided; the final exempt salary or non-exempt hourly pay will depend on experience level and consider a percentage-based geographic differential based on where the final candidate will be working.

Schedule

• Remote/hybrid opportunities considered.
• Approximately 50% travel in-region is anticipated for client engagement, site visits, and team collaboration.

Location

The position is located in the Northeast Region with remote/hybrid opportunities considered.

Application Instructions

To apply, please visit our careers page and submit your resume and cover letter detailing why you are the right fit for this role.