Principal Consultant, Health & Safety

At ERM, we don’t just advise—we transform businesses to thrive responsibly.

If you’re passionate about driving strategic impact and leading high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to make a global difference. 

Why This Role Matters 

Organizations today face unprecedented challenges: innovating rapidly, meeting shareholder expectations, and operating responsibly in a complex regulatory landscape.

ERM is the world’s leading provider of EHS, risk, and sustainability consulting services, helping companies turn these challenges into opportunities for growth, resilience, and stakeholder trust.

As a Principal Consultant, Health and Safety in Manhattan, New York, you’ll be at the forefront of this mission—guiding clients toward sustainable success while shaping ERM’s expanding Health & Safety Services practice. 

What Your Impact Is 


* Drive strategic growth for ERM’s Health & Safety Services in Phoenix and beyond. 


* Build and nurture trusted relationships with senior leaders in Technology, BioPharma, Power, Media, and Telecommunications sectors. 


* Lead transformative EHS programs that improve safety performance, reduce risk, and deliver measurable business value. 


* Inspire and mentor a team of expert consultants, fostering innovation and operational excellence. 

What You’ll Bring 

Required: 


* Bachelor’s in engineering, science, safety, industrial hygiene, or related discipline. 


* 6+ years of progressive EHS experience, ideally within Technology, BioPharma, Power, Media, or Telecommunications industries. 


* Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex projects, and deliver exceptional client outcomes. 


* Strong business acumen with experience in developing and implementing strategic plans. 


* Expertise in EHS compliance, risk management systems, and safety performance transformation. 


* Ability to travel within Arizona and occasionally beyond.


* Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.  


* This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. 

Preferred: 



* Master’s, or Doctorate in engineering, science, safety, industrial hygiene, or related discipline. 


* 10+ years of progressive EHS experience, ideally within Technology, BioPharma, Power, Media, or Telecommunications industries. 


* Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM. 


* Experience with auditing, behavior-based safety, process hazard assessments, industrial hygiene, and safety process improvement. 


* Familiarity with advanced safety topics (e.g., robotics safety, NFPA 70E, machine guarding, radiation safety). 

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Key Responsibilities 


* Develop and implement innovative safety programs, to help our ...