Environmental Health and Safety Consultant Jobs

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) consultants help organizations protect workers, reduce environmental impacts, and meet regulatory requirements. These professionals assess workplace risks, evaluate environmental practices, and recommend practical programs that support safer operations and stronger compliance. Explore vetted EHS consultant opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What EHS Consultants Do

Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and project, but often include conducting safety audits and environmental assessments, identifying hazards, reviewing policies and procedures, and advising on corrective actions. Consultants may help clients prepare for inspections, investigate incidents, manage hazardous materials, and build training programs. They also translate complex regulations into clear guidance for leaders and frontline teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Successful EHS consultants combine technical expertise with sound judgment and communication skills. Employers may seek experience in occupational health and safety, environmental compliance, industrial hygiene, risk assessment, or management systems. Familiarity with applicable federal, state, and local regulations is valuable, as is the ability to analyze data, prepare reports, lead training, and work effectively with clients. Credentials such as CSP, CIH, or related certifications may be preferred for some positions.

Industries and Career Opportunities

EHS consultants work with organizations across manufacturing, construction, energy, healthcare, logistics, technology, and professional services. Depending on their background, they may specialize in workplace safety, environmental permitting, audits, sustainability, emergency preparedness, or regulatory compliance. Senior consultants can progress into principal, practice leader, director, or broader environmental and safety leadership roles.

Find EHS Consultant Jobs on Ladders

Browse Environmental Health and Safety Consultant openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by specialization, industry, and level of responsibility to find a position that fits your experience and career goals.

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$125K - $150K *

Contribute to strategic EHS initiatives for a groundbreaking aerospace facility. Lead and mentor a high-impact team while ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety and sustainability throu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $156K *

Lead the charge in advancing laboratory safety programs, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture across research and development activities. Collaborate with teams to implement ri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of aerospace by leading EHS strategies for a cutting-edge facility. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance, drive safety initiatives, and instill a culture of sustain...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead and optimize EHS initiatives across multiple sites, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture while managing a team of professionals to achieve strategic safety goal...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive environmental health and safety initiatives to ensure compliance and minimize operational impact. Collaborate with teams to enhance workplace safety and manage regulatory requirements effectivel...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing environmental, health, and safety initiatives across multiple sites. Drive compliance, foster a safety culture, and implement strategic EHS programs to mitigate risks and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing workplace safety by overseeing health and safety programs for major projects. Utilize your expertise to develop initiatives, analyze trends, and ensure compli...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $95K *

Join us in leading the EHS initiatives to foster a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and enhanc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $95K *

Join us to lead and enhance EHS programs, fostering a proactive safety culture while ensuring compliance and operational excellence across facilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $121K *

Shape the future of environmental health and safety by overseeing compliance, developing training programs, and ensuring adherence to regulations across the district. Collaborate with teams to promote...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$82K - $121K *

Shape the future of environmental health and safety by overseeing compliance programs, training initiatives, and hazard management. Collaborate with teams to ensure a safe workplace while leading effo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $112K *

Lead the development of safety programs and training initiatives, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. Collaborate with teams to enhance workplace safety, investigate incidents, and implement prev...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $150K *

Champion safety initiatives by developing compliance programs and conducting hazard assessments. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to regulations, monitor exposures, and implement corrective...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Champion environmental projects by leading remediation efforts, managing teams, and ensuring safety compliance. Drive customer relationships and oversee project proposals, cost estimates, and technica...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Drive environmental remediation projects by overseeing teams, managing proposals, and ensuring safety compliance. Collaborate with clients and provide technical support while maintaining project sched...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join us to lead environmental remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing teams and client relationships. Utilize your expertise in project management and technical support to...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Drive impactful environmental remediation projects while ensuring safety and compliance. Oversee project management, cost estimation, and team supervision, fostering strong client relationships and de...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while overseeing field teams and client relationships. Drive project success through effective planning...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading environmental remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing teams and client relationships. Drive project success through effective planning, executio...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $140K *

Drive compliance and sustainability initiatives across multiple facilities, ensuring adherence to environmental, health, and safety regulations. Lead programs that foster a culture of safety and conti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while overseeing field teams and client relationships. Drive project success through effective planning...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental remediation projects, ensuring safety and compliance while managing crews and client relationships. Drive project success through effective planning, technica...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and execution of EHS strategies in a large manufacturing facility. Lead compliance efforts, identify risks, and implement improvements to ensure a safe and environmentally respon...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform global safety standards by leading the Environment, Health & Safety program. Drive strategic initiatives, foster a culture of compliance, and enhance organizational capability across diverse...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping a global EHS strategy that enhances safety, compliance, and environmental stewardship across diverse operations. Collaborate with teams worldwide to implement best practices...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Environmental Health and Safety consultant do?question toggle

    An EHS consultant advises organizations on protecting employees and the environment. Typical work includes risk assessments, safety and environmental audits, compliance guidance, incident investigations, training, and recommendations for improving workplace practices.

  • What qualifications are common for EHS consultant jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for experience in occupational safety, environmental compliance, industrial hygiene, or risk management, along with strong analytical, writing, and client communication skills. Some roles prefer certifications such as CSP or CIH.

  • Which industries hire Environmental Health and Safety consultants?question toggle

    EHS consultants support a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, construction, energy, healthcare, logistics, and technology. The specific expertise required depends on the organization's operations and regulatory environment.

  • Do EHS consultant jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced and specialized EHS consultant roles offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation varies based on factors such as location, industry, seniority, credentials, and the scope of client responsibilities.

  • How can I find Environmental Health and Safety consultant jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Environmental Health and Safety Consultant roles and review vetted professional openings paying $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, specialization, location, and level of responsibility.