Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety

Ready to lead safety innovation for some of the world’s most dynamic companies? At ERM
—the global leader in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) consulting—you’ll partner with industry giants in tech, biotech, manufacturing, energy, and chemicals to solve their most critical safety and sustainability challenges.

ERM’s rapidly growing EHS team is the largest dedicated group of professionals worldwide. As a Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety within the Southern California area (Los Angeles, Orange County, Anaheim, etc.), you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping strategies that protect people, ensure compliance, and advance sustainability goals for Fortune 500 organizations. Your leadership will help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes and achieve operational excellence.

• Drive innovative health and safety programs that set industry benchmarks.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, aligning EHS initiatives with business objectives.

• Mentor and develop emerging professionals, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration.

• Build lasting client relationships that lead to repeat business and long-term partnerships.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

• 6+ years of EHS experience across sectors such as technology, biotech, manufacturing, energy, or chemicals.

• Strong knowledge of California and federal EHS regulations.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.

• Ability to travel within Southern California and occasionally beyond.

• Driver's License
  
  Required:
  
  This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a related discipline.

• Professional certifications (CSP, CIH, or equivalent).

• Experience managing teams, budgets, and complex projects.

• Develop and implement innovative safety programs, to help our growing local and global clients address a wide array of Safety challenges including:
  Auditing/Assessments, Behavior-Based Safety, Biohazards/Biosafety, Chemical or Lab Safety, Data Analysis, Electrical Safety and NFPA 70E, Fire Prevention, Industrial Hygiene, Laser Safety, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), Machine Guarding, Process Safety Assessments, Safety Process Improvement, Radiation Safety.

• Conduct audits, assessments, and data analysis to identify risks and deliver actionable solutions.

• Provide training and coaching to improve client safety performance.

• Collaborate with executives to integrate EHS strategies into core business objectives.

• Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of continuous learning.

• Ensure quality and compliance across all project deliverables.

For the Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety position, the anticipated annual base pay is $130,000 – $163,695 USD
. Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.

Note
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Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.

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