Senior Environmental Specialist

CRH Americas Building Products is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. As a trusted and strategic partner, we manufacture precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products under brands including Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

About the role

The Senior Environmental Specialist/Environmental Engineer will support ABP environmental compliance and is an integral part of the overall EHS&S corporate team. This role promotes environmental excellence, pursues continuous improvement, and positions our employees and facilities as leaders in environmental performance within the industry. The position works in alignment with the America's Building Products national platform and CRH Policies, Procedures, and Commitments, partnering closely with operational and business leaders to ensure EHS&S standards and methodologies are communicated and targeted goals are achieved. This position reports to the Senior Director – Corporate E&S.

This is a remote position; the candidate must live near a major airport.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and assist with maintenance of all environmental permits required for company plants, sites, and projects, especially air permitting during Capital Projects and Mergers.
• Prepare and submit all required reports for USEPA and applicable state agencies in conjunction with professional service partners, including Annual Emission Inventory, emissions source testing, greenhouse gas reports, air and water permit modifications and renewals, and other agency notifications.
• Assist in ensuring all compliance or monitoring tests are conducted in accordance with timeframes outlined in environmental operation permits.
• Assist in maintaining documentation for compliance activities such as inspections, audits, complaints, and investigations, verifying information is updated in EMS.
• Report all violations of environmental permits, rules, and regulations to company management personnel and, when required, to regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate, conduct, and teach compliance reviews, inspections, and internal assessments to ensure adherence to all applicable environmental permits, rules, and regulations.
• Keep informed regarding changes to environmental legislation, trends, and best practices and assess their potential impact on company operations.
• Work with sites and projects to review required documents to ensure ongoing compliance and ensure it is documented in EMA.
• Develop and update environmental-related requirements and procedures with IPG and CRH.
• Ensure all compliance and annual reports are completed and documented in EMS.
• Inform internal field employees, managers, and outside contractors of company environmental policy, best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Develop and implement environmental compliance plans for programs such as air quality, stormwater discharges, oil spill prevention or control, recycling, managing hazardous materials, and employee education.
• Track key compliance metrics and implement systems to improve performance.
• Facilitate improvements to and help maintain site EMS with other analysts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in EHS, Science, or Engineering related fields or relevant experience.
• 3+ years in EHS and/or Manufacturing with EHS responsibility.
• Excellent communication skills able to reach across various functional departments to facilitate seamless integration.
• Expert knowledge of air quality or other environmental regulations.
• Strong project and process management skills, with experience managing major projects and/or change initiatives.
• Ability to effectively navigate and research regulatory agency and industry-related web content.
• Detailed working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Nationally recognized Certifications (FE, PE, CHMM, PMP, CIH) (Preferred).
• OSHA 40 Hour Hazwoper, RCRA Training, or DOT HazMat Training (Preferred).
• Ability to travel up to 30%.
• Valid Driver's License.

Pay

Base Salary: $110,000–115,000. Opportunity for an annual bonus.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.