Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety; EHS

Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Ready to lead transformative safety initiatives for some of the world’s most innovative companies? Join ERM—the largest global team of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals—and help shape the future of sustainability and workplace safety for tech giants, biopharma leaders, and advanced manufacturers.

ERM partners with the most dynamic organizations to tackle their toughest EHS and sustainability challenges. As a Principal Consultant, Environmental Health and Safety within the San Francisco Bay Area, California (San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Clara, etc.), you’ll be at the forefront of creating safer workplaces, driving compliance, and influencing strategic decisions that protect people and the planet.

• Drive strategic growth for ERM’s Health & Safety Services in Phoenix and beyond.
• Build and nurture trusted relationships with senior leaders in Technology, Bio Pharma, Power, Media, and Telecommunications sectors.
• Lead transformative EHS programs that improve safety performance, reduce risk, and deliver measurable business value.
• Inspire and mentor a team of expert consultants, fostering innovation and operational excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related science degree. Or equivalent experience.
• 6+ years of relevant EHS experience, ideally within technology, biopharma, manufacturing, or energy sectors.
• Strong knowledge of California and federal EHS regulations.
• Proven ability to manage projects, budgets, and teams.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to travel throughout the San Fran Bay Area, California.
• Valid driver’s license.
• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

• Master’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or related science degree.
• 10+ years of progressive EHS experience.
• Professional certifications such as CSP or CIH.
• Experience with auditing, behavior-based safety, process hazard assessments, industrial hygiene, and safety process improvement.
• Familiarity with advanced safety topics (e.g., robotics safety, NFPA 70E, machine guarding).

• Develop and implement innovative safety programs including audits, assessments, and safety process improvement.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and industrial hygiene evaluations.
• Provide training and coaching to improve client safety performance.
• Analyze data and deliver actionable insights to reduce hazards and ensure compliance.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business growth through exceptional service delivery.

The anticipated annual base pay is $134,470–$163,695 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. This role may be eligible for bonus pay.

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.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes.

ERM is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other legally protected characteristics.