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ABM Industries

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Manager

ABM Industries, Providence, Rhode Island, United States, 02912

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Compensation:

$75,000.00 - $90,000.00 annual salary (US Dollars)

The pay listed is the salary range for this position. Any specific offer will vary based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data. You may be eligible to participate in a Company incentive or bonus program

Benefits:

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.

For information about ABM’s benefits, visit

ABM Employee Benefits | Staff & Management

Position Summary:

Lead, develop, and manage

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S)

programs to create a safe, compliant, and sustainable campus environment. In this high-impact leadership role, you will champion

environmental compliance ,

health and safety initiatives , and

risk management strategies

across a dynamic college campus setting.

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible learning and working environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Support and advance sustainability initiatives, such as recycling, energy conservation, and green cleaning practices.

Partner with college Facilities team to align with institutional policies and regulatory requirements.

Serve as the primary EH&S liaison for ABM and the college across the campus, including academic, residential, athletic, and administrative facilities.

Manage compliance programs for laboratory operations, hazardous waste storage and disposal, stormwater/wastewater management, air quality, and chemical inventories.

Coordinate sustainability efforts such as recycling programs, composting, and reduction of single-use plastics.

Support safe operations of campus research and teaching laboratories by ensuring compliance with environmental health standards.

Maintain and implement safety programs covering maintenance, custodial, grounds, athletic facilities, and laboratories.

Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local public health requirements.

Promote safety practices for ABM team members and the broader campus community.

Conduct environmental and safety risk assessments across labs, dormitories, athletic fields, and remaining campus locations.

Identify hazards affecting people, research activities, and the environment, and implement mitigation strategies.

Lead safety and environmental committees to ensure engagement and support.

Prepare and maintain documentation such as environmental permits, OSHA logs, chemical inventories, training records, and inspection reports.

Investigate laboratory spills, chemical exposures, and safety incidents.

Determine root causes, develop corrective actions, and prepare reports for both college stakeholders and ABM leadership.

Deliver EH&S training for ABM employees, college staff, and students.

Provide specialized training for laboratory personnel, groundskeeping crews, custodians, and maintenance staff.

Develop and implement response plans for chemical spills and laboratory accidents.

Coordinate drills with campus public safety, fire department, and emergency management.

Promote a strong safety and sustainability culture throughout campus operations.

Engage students, faculty, and staff in safety awareness campaigns and environmental responsibility initiatives.

Monitor emerging EH&S regulations, sustainability practices, and higher education risk trends.

Recommend and implement innovative strategies to improve campus EH&S performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Safety & Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of EH&S experience (education or campus setting preferred).

Demonstrated success in managing environmental compliance, laboratory safety, and general workplace safety initiatives.

Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, state, and local regulations affecting higher education institutions.

Advanced certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), or Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) preferred.

Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with diverse campus stakeholders.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and EH&S management systems.

Ability to be on campus Monday through Friday required.

#200 About Us

ABM (NYSE: ABM) is one of the world’s largest providers of facility services and solutions. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services and forward-looking performance solutions that improve the spaces and places that matter most. From curbside to rooftop, ABM’s comprehensive services include janitorial, engineering, parking, electrical and lighting, energy and electric vehicle charging infrastructure, HVAC and mechanical, landscape and turf, and mission critical solutions. ABM serves a wide range of industries – from commercial office buildings to universities, airports, hospitals, data centers, manufacturing plants and distribution centers, entertainment venues and more. Founded in 1909, ABM serves over 20,000 clients, with annualized revenue approaching $8 billion and more than 100,000 team members in 350+ offices throughout the United States, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, and other international locations. For more information,

visit http://www.abm.com.

ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606.

We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

ABM participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. E-Verify is an internet-based system used to electronically confirm employment eligibility.

ABM is a military-friendly company proudly employing thousands of men and women who have served in the U.S. military. With ABM, you’ll have access to a world-class training program and ample opportunities to use the skills you developed while serving our country.

Whether you’re looking for a frontline or professional position, you can find post-military career opportunities across ABM. ABM directs all applicants to apply at http://www.abm.com/ ABM does not accept unsolicited resumes.