Director EH&S, Systems and Compliance

QXO, Inc.•Herndon, VA

58d

About The Position

We're looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary - and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by Brad Jacobs with the goal of building the market-leading company in the building products distribution industry. On April 30, 2025, QXO completed its first acquisition: Beacon Building Products, a leading distributor in the sector. We are building a customer-focused, tech-enabled, and innovation-driven business that will scale rapidly through accretive M&A, organic growth, and greenfield expansion. Our strategy is rooted in delivering exceptional customer experiences, improving operational efficiency, and leveraging data, digital tools, and AI to modernize a historically under-digitized industry. As we grow, we're committed to embedding Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) excellence into everything we do - ensuring our people, partners, and communities thrive. The Director of EHS Systems & Compliance will lead the development and execution of QXO's enterprise-wide Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) strategy, with a focus on regulatory compliance, transportation safety, and digital systems enablement. This role is responsible for building scalable, data-driven programs that empower field teams, enhance operational safety, and ensure alignment with evolving regulatory requirements. This leader brings a strategic mindset and operational expertise, capable of driving cross-functional initiatives that protect people, reduce risk, and strengthen QXO's culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, Business, or related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in EHS, ideally within manufacturing, logistics, technology, or large-scale operations.
Proven success managing compliance programs and safety initiatives at enterprise level.
Expert level knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DOT, and relevant local/state regulations.
Experience building and maintaining ISO 45001 and/or ISO 14001 management systems.
Excellent communication, influence, and leadership skills across all levels of the organization.
Experience of partnering with IT and internal technology teams to implement third party technology platforms.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or equivalent certification.
Proficiency in EHS management software
Proficiency in using data analytics tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc).
Experience selecting and implementing EHS technologies

Responsibilities

Develop and execute QXO's global Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) program in alignment with corporate goals and applicable regulations.
Ensure enterprise-wide compliance with EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.), including proactive monitoring of emerging regulatory trends and requirements.
Lead the Transportation Safety function, including DOT compliance, driver qualification, collision mitigation strategies, and the effective use of telematics to enhance fleet safety.
Manage regulatory agency interactions to ensure consistent communication and effective, timely responses.
Establish and track measurable EHS performance objectives and key results (OKRs).
Lead the EHS Project Management Office (PMO) to drive standardization, ensure alignment with strategic objectives, and deliver projects on time and within scope.
Maintain QXO's digital compliance calendar, program activity tracking, and sustainment mechanisms.
Partner with Operations, Facilities, and HR to embed EHS best practices into daily operations and facility design.
Lead the development and maintenance of EHS design standards for both existing and new facilities.
Coordinate emergency preparedness and response programs across all sites.
Collaborate with Learning & Development to design and deliver impactful training programs that support compliance, safety culture, and operational excellence.
Own the administration and continuous improvement of QXO's digital EHS platforms, including EHS management systems and fleet telematics.
Oversee the development of EHS business intelligence capabilities, including dashboards, analytics, and performance reporting to enable data-driven decision-making.
Analyze safety trends and leading indicators to identify risks and recommend strategic interventions that reduce incidents and improve safety outcomes.