Environmental Health & Safety Manager

NVE

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead and continuously improve safety and environmental compliance across a complex, mission-critical research campus. In this high-impact role, you will serve as the primary authority for safety, health, and environmental programs supporting laboratory operations, central utility systems, and specialized research environments. You will work directly with Government safety officials, operations leadership, and technical teams to ensure a culture of proactive safety, regulatory excellence, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity for an EHS professional who thrives in complex environments and wants to make a meaningful difference protecting people, research, and critical infrastructure.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years documented EHS experience within an industrial, laboratory, construction, or commercial building environments:
Research laboratories
Biosafety facilities (BSL-2 / BSL-3 preferred)
Animal research facilities (AAALAC preferred)
Federal Government facilities
Minimum 3 years' experience implementing and maintaining compliance with Federal, State, and Local environmental, health, and safety regulations, including OSHA, EPA.
Experience conducting safety audits and regulatory inspections.
Experience with emergency response planning, contractor safety oversight, and environmental permitting is required.
Demonstrated incident investigation and corrective action management experience.
Bachelor's degree in environmental health & safety, Environmental Science, or related field. (Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
Must have ONE of the following: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Associate Safety Professional (ASP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
Must also have: OSHA 30-Hour General Industry HAZWOPER (40-hour) certification Confined Space Competent Person training LOTO Authorized Person training

Nice To Haves

Proficient with Microsoft applications
Strong verbal and written communications
Ability to develop and deliver training programs
Capable of interpreting regulatory standards, safety data sheets (SDS), permits, and technical documents.
Certified Professional Environmental Auditor (CPEA)
LEED accreditation
EPA Universal Refrigerant certification
Experience with AAALAC inspections

Responsibilities

Responsible for full implementation, oversight, and compliance of all Safety, Health, and Environmental Programs supporting mission-critical laboratory and utility operations at the research campus.
OSHA compliance programs (LOTO, confined space, PPE, fall protection, NFPA 70E)
Conduct accident and incident investigations and implement corrective actions
Perform routine safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments
Develop and deliver safety training programs and toolbox talks
Track certifications, training, and compliance documentation
Oversee environmental compliance programs (hazardous waste management, spill prevention and response, air & water protection)
Coordinate environmental permitting and regulatory reporting
Maintain audit-ready compliance records
Monitor safety performance metrics and produce regular reports
You will directly coordinate with Government safety personnel to ensure that all of our personnel and subcontractor support follow safe work practices and environmental guidelines.