Principal Specialist EHS and Projects

About the role

The Principal Specialist EHS & Project is responsible for the EHS strategy and executes contingency independent plans and conducts assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve site EHS programs and compliance systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and corporate EHS requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, audits, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Develop and implement EHS strategies, metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage regulatory inspections, audits, and external EHS relationships.
• Lead capital and facilities projects from planning through execution and completion.
• Define DC project scope, budgets, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting safety, quality, cost, and timeline objectives.
• Develop capital requests, project documentation, and contractor scopes of work.
• Cook up internal teams, contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
• Provide technical oversight to support operational efficiency and business growth.
• Lead, coach, and develop site staff while fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Drive employee engagement, training, recognition, and development initiatives.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and strong stakeholder partnerships.
• Serve as the site's EHS subject matter expert, providing technical guidance and best practices.
• Develop procedures, standards, and training programs to support operational excellence.
• Communicate EHS and project performance, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
• Represent the organization with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and external stakeholders.
• Provide strategic analysis and recommendations to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, Occupational Health, Engineering, science, nursing or closely related discipline is desired.
• Minimum 8 years Significant EHS and / or operational experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A post-graduate education / degree is desired.
• Professional certification is highly desirable.

Benefits

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Contact

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Pay

The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.