Sr Director, Integration & Continuous Improvement EHS

The Sr. Director of EHS (Integration & Continuous Improvement) will be responsible for leading the integration of newly acquired companies into the organizations Environmental Health and Safety Management System (EHSMS) and driving enterprise-wide continuous improvement in EHS performance. This role ensures acquired operations are aligned with corporate EHS policies standards systems and cultural expectations while supporting safe compliant and sustainable growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Acquisition Integration & EHSMS Alignment

• Lead EHS integration activities from due diligence through post-close stabilization.
• Assess acquired entities against corporate EHSMS requirements and identify gaps and risks.
• Develop and execute structured EHS integration plans and timelines.
• Ensure alignment with corporate EHS policies procedures training and reporting systems.
• Partner with Legal HR Operations M&A and Integration teams to manage EHS risks during integration.

Continuous Improvement & System Effectiveness

• Drive continuous improvement of the EHSMS using data audits and lessons learned.
• Standardize best practices identified during integrations.
• Apply root cause analysis and process improvement methodologies.
• Ensure corrective actions are sustainable and embedded in operations.

Risk Identification & Mitigation

• Evaluate high-risk activities and legacy practices within acquired companies.
• Prioritize and implement mitigation strategies for safety environmental and regulatory risks.
• Support incident investigations at newly acquired locations.

Governance Performance & Accountability

• Establish governance structures to track integration progress.
• Define and monitor KPIs related to EHS integration and system effectiveness.
• Provide executive reporting on integration status and risk exposure.
• Support internal and external audits related to acquired operations.

Change Management & Culture Integration

• Lead change management efforts within acquired companies.
• Reinforce safety culture and accountability post-acquisition.
• Communicate EHS expectations clearly during periods of organizational change.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Time to full alignment with corporate EHSMS following acquisition.
• Percentage of acquired locations meeting audit standards.
• Reduction in high-risk gaps post-integration.
• Closure rate of corrective actions.
• Improvement in leading safety indicators.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety Industrial Hygiene Environmental Science or related field.
• Masters degree preferred.
• 10 years of progressive EHS experience including leadership roles in multi-site environments.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) are encouraged.
• Strong knowledge of federal state and local EHS regulations and industry best practices.
• Demonstrated experience integrating acquired companies into an EHSMS.
• Experience working in a matrix organization and managing cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to communicate clearly across all levels from executives to the frontline.
• Builds a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.
• Navigates complex reporting structures with diplomacy and clarity.
• Manages conflict and resistance with empathy and professionalism.
• Responds effectively to changing regulations operational demands and field conditions.

Additional Information :

• Benefits-eligible 1st of the month following hire.
• All traditional benefits are offered including 3 medical plan options and 2 dental plan options as well as additional benefits such as Legal and Identity Shield Accident and Critical Illness
• Company paid 50k in basic life insurance.
• Company paid LTD.
• Health Savings and Flex Spending Accounts Available
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• AWP named one of Americas Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity 

Salary Range: $192K - $210K Bonus

AWPSafety is anEqual Opportunity Employer (EOE). Women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color age religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or disability. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time