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Forterra · 14 hours ago

Senior Environmental Health and Safety Program Manager

Clarksburg, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. The EHS Program Manager is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing all environmental, health, and safety programs across the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and driving down operational risk.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of environmental, health, and safety compliance across manufacturing and integration operations

Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, management systems, and best practices aligned with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements

Ensure compliance with environmental permitting and reporting, including air emissions, hazardous/industrial waste, stormwater, and spill prevention

Oversee internal and external audits, inspections, regulatory reports, and information requests

Collaborate with management team to review and adapt Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

Maintain a written log of safety inspection activities, reports, and correspondence

Manage workers' compensation claims and insurance

Conduct hazard assessments, risk analyses, and process safety reviews; maintain OSHA-required documentation and site-specific risk registers

Lead accident/incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive action programs

Monitor and analyze EHS performance metrics, trends, and KPIs to drive data-informed decision-making

Build and reinforce a strong safety-first culture across the organization

Design and deliver EHS training programs for all levels of the workforce, from frontline staff to executives

Lead safety committees, drills, and regular meetings to promote engagement, transparency, and accountability

Provide expert guidance to leadership on equipment selection, facility design, and workflow planning with a safety and environmental lens

Manage and develop EHS team members, ensuring high performance and professional growth

Oversee department budgets, resources, and tools to optimize program effectiveness

Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to integrate EHS considerations into broader organizational strategies and projects

Qualification

EHS program developmentOSHA complianceRisk managementIncident investigationEnvironmental scienceEHS training programsFederal EHS regulationsISO 14001 implementationISO 45001 auditingAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam managementLeadership skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, public health, or a related field

5+ years of progressive experience in EHS roles within manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, maritime, or similar environments

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT)

Proven experience developing and implementing effective EHS programs and management systems

Demonstrated ability to lead investigations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence across levels of the organization

Preferred

Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or PMP

Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation and auditing

Experience managing workers' compensation claims and insurance programs

Proven ability to engage teams, build culture, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.

Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.

Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.

Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.

A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.

$9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.

Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.

401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.