DEKRA North America · 2 days ago
Sr. Environmental Management Systems Consultant
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expDEKRA North America is a global provider of comprehensive services and solutions focused on improving safety, security, and sustainability outcomes. As a Senior Environmental Management Systems Consultant, you will drive organizational change, lead initiatives to enhance Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) performance, and support clients in achieving environmental compliance and excellence.
IndustrialManagement ConsultingPublic Safety
No H1B
Responsibilities
Contribute to a safe and healthy work environment by actively participating, taking responsibility, and following established procedures and policies
Provide day-to-day leadership and management of DEKRA’s Environmental Services offerings
Lead client engagements involving complex, multi-site operations with elevated environmental risk, requiring robust Environmental Management Systems and disciplined execution
Serve as a subject matter expert in an array of environmental regulations, standards, and industry best practices, with a focus on Environmental Management Systems (EMS), regulatory compliance, and environmental risk management. This may include providing guidance to clients on your:
Environmental Management Systems & Sustainability Expertise:
Environmental Management Systems (EMS), including:
ISO 14001 implementation, integration, and internal auditing
EMS maturity assessments, gap analyses, and roadmap development
Governance structures, roles, and performance measurement
Sustainability and environmental performance strategy, including:
Alignment of environmental objectives with business strategy
Support for GHG inventories, carbon management planning, and sustainability initiatives
Corporate ESG program support (e.g., CDP, GRI, SASB), from a systems and governance perspective
Waste minimization, resource efficiency, and circular economy program design
Environmental risk identification and prioritization across operations and lifecycle stages
Strategic & Project Management Expertise:
Design and deployment of multi-site environmental compliance and EMS programs
Program management support for environmental initiatives, including:
Oversight of third-party technical consultants and engineers
Integration of environmental requirements into operations, maintenance, and capital projects
Environmental risk assessments and program reviews during mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures
Development of environmental policies, standards, procedures, and performance metrics
Executive and leadership advisory support, including:
Translating regulatory requirements into actionable management systems
Briefings for senior leadership on environmental risk, performance, and priorities
Stakeholder engagement with internal leadership, regulators, and external partners (as appropriate)
Regulatory & Compliance Expertise:
Working knowledge of U.S. environmental regulatory frameworks, including:
Risk Management Plans (RMP) – 40 CFR Part 68
Clean Air Act (CAA)
Clean Water Act (CWA)
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
EPCRA, TSCA, SDWA, and SPCC requirements
Ability to interpret regulatory obligations and embed them into EMS frameworks, rather than preparing detailed permit applications or engineering submittals
Support compliance assurance through audits, management reviews, and corrective action tracking
Provide limited support to occupational health and safety consulting engagements as capacity allows, particularly where safety and environmental management systems intersect
Collaborate with Health & Safety consultants to support integrated EHS management system approaches
Advise clients on tools, governance models, and continuous improvement strategies to enhance environmental performance
Provide project management, sales support, and technical input to business development initiatives
Support marketing and thought leadership through proposals, technical content, and presentations
Represent DEKRA at conferences and client events through programmatic and strategic thought leadership
Contribute to the development and application of AI-enabled consulting approaches that enhance EHS program effectiveness, insight generation, and client value
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in environmental studies, EHS, sustainability, engineering, or a related discipline
10+ years of environmental or EHS experience in consulting, industry, or regulatory settings, with demonstrated leadership in program development, management systems, or environmental governance
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic, systems-based environmental guidance rather than transactional technical execution
Strong planning and organizational skills; ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication
Demonstrated client relationship management skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, across all organizational levels
Experience with organizational improvement initiatives (e.g., safety, quality)
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
Proven ability to manage complex, large-scale projects
Ability to work in a variety of client locations/environments, including indoors/outdoors and on uneven terrain
Must be able to work variable shifts as required by client operations
Ability to travel extensively, including prolonged driving and air travel
Capable of lifting 25–50 lbs (luggage)
Extended periods of computer work and standing
Preferred
ISO 14001 Lead Auditor or equivalent experience preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) is optional and not required
Benefits
Health care benefits: medical & prescription, dental, vision (including Domestic Partners)
Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity supplemental insurance
Company Health Savings Account contribution
Flexible Spending Account for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and floating holidays
Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Program to increase activity and health habits, with ability to earn participation rewards
Paid Parental Leave
Travel Assist (Domestic/International)
Participation in a 401(k) plan, with an employer match
Company paid Short- & Long-Term Disability benefits
Group term life insurance with options to buy-up for self and others
Working Advantage – DEKRA’s official corporate discount program
Education Assistance Program
Student Loan Repayment Assistance
Internal training and development resources to grow your career
Annual Career Goal Setting and Performance Review cycle participation
Company
DEKRA North America
DEKRA North America is a public safety firm that offers innovative professional services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Felicia Stennis, ACS
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Jim Spigener
Chief Client Officer
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