Senior Environmental Manager - Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL, US, 60601

APG Headquarters

 

Job ID:  501239

 

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.     

 

Job Summary

 

The Senior Environmental Manager will support Oldcastle APG (APG) environmental compliance and is an integral part of the overall EHS&S corporate team. Promoting environmental excellence culture, pursuing continuous improvement, and positioning our employees and facilities as a leader in environmental performance within the industry. The role will be in alignment with the APG national platform and CRH Policies, Procedures and Commitments. This position will work closely with all levels of management and hourly employees to ensure EHS&S standards and methodologies are communicated and targeted goals are achieved through individual as well as team-based objectives and strategies. This position reports to the Director – Environmental & Sustainability and partners closely with operational leaders. This position can be remotely based near one of our production sites or major airports.

 

Job Responsibilities 

 

  • Coordinate, conduct, and teach compliance reviews, inspections, and internal assessments to ensure adherence to all applicable environmental permits, rules, and regulations
  • Obtain and assist with maintenance of all environmental permits required for company plants, sites, and projects
  • Assist in ensuring all compliance or monitoring tests are conducted in accordance with timeframes outlined in environmental operation permits
  • Assist in maintaining documentation compliance activities such as inspections, audits, complaints, and investigations verifying information is updated in CMS and all violations
  • Keep informed regarding changes to environmental legislation, trends, and best practices and assess the potential impact these changes will have on company operations
  • Assist with submission all facilities required reports for USEPA and applicable state agencies in conjunction with professional service partners including, but not limited to, EPCRA Tier II, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), Annual Emission Inventory, emissions source testing, greenhouse gas reports, air and water permit modifications and renewals and other agency notifications
  • Work with sites and projects to review required documents to ensure ongoing compliance and ensure it is in EMA
  • Develop and update environmental-related requirements and procedures with APG and CRH
  • Ensure all compliance and annual reports are completed and documented in EMS Inform internal field employees, managers, and outside contractors of company environmental policy, best practices, and compliance requirements
  • Participate in environmental education and research
  • Advise Regional and Site Managers on use of any environmental compliance or reporting tools that are available for them
  • Develop and implement environmental compliance plans for programs such as air quality, stormwater discharges, oil spill prevention or control, recycling, managing hazardous materials, employee education, and other environmental topics

 

Job Requirements

 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in EHS, Science or Engineering related fields or relevant experience
  • 20+ Years in EHS and/or Manufacturing with EHS responsibility
  • Excellent communication skills able to reach across the various functional departments to facilitate seamless integration
  • Expert knowledge of air regulations, hazardous waste, NPDES or other environmental regulations
  • Strong project and process management skills, with experience managing major projects and/or change initiatives
  • Ability to effectively navigate and research regulatory agency and industry related web content
  • Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required, up to 30%
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Detailed working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

 

What CRH Offers You

 

  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
  • Group retirement savings program
  • Health and wellness programs
  • A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

About CRH

 

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

 

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

 

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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Date:  Sep 25, 2024


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