Sr Director, Integration & Continuous Improvement - EHS

AWP Safety • Columbus, OH

18h

About The Position

The Sr. Director of EHS (Integration & Continuous Improvement) will be responsible for leading the integration of newly acquired companies into the organization’s 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive EHS experience, including leadership roles in multi-site environments.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) are encouraged.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• 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 America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 and 2025 for Diversity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director