EHS Technical Consultant
About The Position
Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we foster collaboration and inclusivity, seeking diverse talent to address water and environmental issues. We prioritize employee growth, ownership, and flexibility, enabling us to make a significant impact on clients, communities, and the planet. We are seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Technical Consultant for our Northeast regional team to serve clients locally and nationally. This role acts as a trusted advisor, assisting clients with regulatory compliance, operational risk reduction, and improvements in environmental and workplace safety performance. The position integrates technical expertise, project management, client relationship management, and business development to deliver successful EHS solutions across various markets. Woodard & Curran is looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented, and client-focused Technical Consultant to support and manage EHS projects, providing innovative services to industrial, commercial, municipal, and institutional clients. The selected candidate will collaborate with National Technical Leaders and Client Managers within our national EHS Practice, supported by a team of engineers and scientists. Successful candidates must manage multiple projects, coordinate stakeholders, solve complex problems, and communicate technical information effectively to regulatory agencies and business leaders. The role's ultimate goal is to help organizations operate safely, sustainably, and in compliance with regulations while achieving their business objectives. We are excited to hear from motivated individuals passionate about client work, technical problem-solving, and helping organizations operate more safely and sustainably. We value curiosity, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to EHS consulting.
Requirements
- 8–12 years of professional experience in environmental, engineering, or EHS consulting, with project management experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, occupational safety, or a related field; professional licensure or interest in obtaining a professional credential is a plus.
- Program/project experience within RCRA, TSCA, TRI, Tier II, SPCC, and DOT hazardous materials recommended.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, schedules, and teams while maintaining effective client communication.
- Experience interpreting environmental, health, and safety regulations and preparing compliance plans, audit reports, permit applications, training materials, and related deliverables.
- Strong technical writing, verbal communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to safe work practices and the ability to model safety leadership for clients and project teams.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across large, multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft platforms; interest in developing tools, templates, or automated processes to improve EHS compliance work is encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Lead EHS consulting projects from proposal through delivery, managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
- Apply Woodard & Curran’s Project Management Framework to deliver consistent, high-quality project outcomes.
- Advise clients on environmental compliance, occupational health and safety, process safety management, hazardous materials, permitting, audits, risk assessments, and EHS management systems.
- Translate complex federal, state, and local regulatory requirements into practical strategies that support safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
- Serve as a primary client contact, building trusted relationships and understanding each client’s business, risk profile, and operational goals.
- Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists, and safety professionals.
- Support business growth through client development, proposal preparation, staffing coordination, and identification of new consulting opportunities.
Benefits
- Employee-owned company
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Ownership and flexibility
- 401(k) Pre-tax or Roth Contributions with company match (100% of the first 3% of salary contributed)
- Choice of up to 8 observed holidays annually
- Accrued vacation based on years of experience and hours worked
- Paid sick time for non-work-related illness or injury
- Up to 80 hours of Paid Parental Leave for child bonding
- Paid short- and long-term disability
- Medical plan options
- Dental and vision plans
- Basic employee group life insurance and AD&D benefits
- Voluntary life insurance for employees and families
- DarioMind assistance program
- Personalized mental health and wellbeing resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
