Consulting Senior Associate, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Compliance

Launch Your Career in Environmental Consulting!

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to make a real impact on environmental health and safety? This is your chance to join a global leader in EHS consulting and work on projects that shape the future of technology and transportation industries.

At ERM, you’ll gain hands-on experience, learn from industry experts, and build a career that matters.

Why This Role Matters

Environmental health and safety compliance is critical for businesses striving to operate responsibly and sustainably.

As a Consulting Senior Associate, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Compliance based in Washington, DC, you’ll play a key role in helping clients meet regulatory requirements, reduce risk, and advance their sustainability goals—all while protecting people and the planet.

What Your Impact Is



* Support large industrial and global clients in technology and transportation sectors.


* Contribute to projects that ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.


* Help organizations transition toward sustainable operations through innovative solutions.

What You'll Bring

Required



* Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or Science, Occupational Health and Safety, or a related discipline.

Or equivalent experience.


* 1–2 years of EHS experience, ideally in technology, data centers, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or manufacturing.


* Strong written and verbal communication skills, plus analytical and organizational abilities.


* Ability to multi-task, work independently, and travel locally up to 60% of the time.


* 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.  


* Local candidates only.


* This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

Preferred



* Certifications such as ASP, EIT, CHMM, OSHA30 or similar.


* Familiarity with EHS compliance programs and management systems.

Key Responsibilities



* Assist with EHS compliance, sustainability, and due diligence transaction projects.


* Prepare plans, permits, and reports for hazardous waste, air quality, stormwater, and wastewater programs.


* Conduct EHS compliance assessments and implement corrective actions to meet federal, state, and local regulations.


* Support development of EHS compliance and management system programs.


* Provide on-site EHS compliance support to clients as needed.


* Perform Phase I environmental site assessments for property transfers.


* Conduct environmental fieldwork and audits, including sampling and ecological studies.


* Carry out inspections, incident investigations, safety observations, job safety analyses, and risk assessments based on OSHA requirements.


* Manage multiple projects within...