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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$142K - $237K *

Champion a proactive safety culture by leading EHS initiatives, driving strategic safety programs, and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure operational excellence and compliance in a dynamic...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing environmental, health, and safety standards. You'll lead initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster a culture of safety while collaborating with management an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Champion safety excellence by guiding teams in compliance and risk management. Leverage your expertise to foster a culture of safety, conduct audits, and mentor staff, ensuring adherence to regulation...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead health, safety, and environmental programs across multiple locations, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture while driving strategic initiatives and t...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing HSE programs across multiple sites, ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture. Drive strategic initiatives, manage projects...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading health, safety, and environmental programs across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture. Drive strategic initiatives and collaborate...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Optimize health, safety, and environmental programs across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a proactive safety culture. Lead initiatives, manage projects, and collaborate with teams t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead the delivery of moderately complex construction projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams and clients while utilizing project controls to drive successful o...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Transform safety culture by guiding EHS initiatives, ensuring compliance, and developing training programs. Collaborate across teams to implement effective policies and procedures that protect personn...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Champion EHS excellence by developing policies, ensuring compliance, and driving performance improvements across global sites. Collaborate with teams to achieve best practices and maintain safety stan...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $157K *

Engage in leading multi-discipline projects while exceeding client expectations. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance with qualit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate safety and environmental compliance by collaborating with teams to implement strategies, manage training, and ensure adherence to regulations while driving continuous improvement across operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing safety on construction sites by leading health and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a proactive safety culture across a...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $132K *

Manage strategic air quality permitting and compliance programs, serving as a trusted advisor to clients. Drive business growth and technical excellence by mentoring project teams and engaging with re...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $132K *

Elevate your career by leading air permitting and compliance programs for dynamic industrial clients. Guide strategic initiatives, build client relationships, and mentor teams while contributing to in...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $132K *

Empower your career by leading air quality compliance programs for diverse industries. Collaborate with clients to navigate regulations successfully while driving business growth and mentoring project...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $132K *

Champion innovative air quality solutions by leading compliance programs, building client relationships, and mentoring teams in a dynamic environment. Drive business growth and technical excellence wh...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $104K *

Drive innovative HVAC solutions as a Mechanical Project Engineer, leveraging 5-10 years of experience in Mechanical Design. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver superior project outcome...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading Environmental Health & Safety initiatives. Drive compliance, foster a safety culture, and support employee well-being while managing programs across multiple sites. Ma...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $96K *

Empower a proactive safety culture by supporting EHS programs, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to identify risks and implement corrective ac...

Chilliwack, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $115K *

Manage the implementation of the EHS program at the facility level, collaborating with site leadership and ensuring compliance with regulations. Provide training, conduct audits, and maintain records...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $120K *

Elevate workplace safety and compliance by leading EHS initiatives, ensuring employee training, and reducing risks through proactive measures. Collaborate with management to uphold environmental stand...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $500K+*

Deliver exceptional environmental services across multiple healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining high-quality standards while fostering positive client relationsh...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$77K - $138K *

Lead the charge in enhancing workplace safety by conducting thorough loss analyses, on-site surveys, and providing actionable recommendations to improve safety programs and reduce hazards for policyho...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $126K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by leading civil engineering projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards while delivering high-quality de...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.