Project Manager- Environmental Health & Safety at HRP Associates Inc – Clifton Park, New York

About HRP Associates, Inc.:

HRP Associates, Inc. is a nationally recognized environmental and engineering consulting firm known for delivering smart, practical solutions and fostering a collaborative, people-first culture. Our Clifton Park office is expanding, and we’re looking for an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Project Manager who’s ready to lead impactful compliance and safety initiatives for a diverse range of clients.

If you thrive on solving complex EHS challenges, enjoy building strong client relationships, and want to work in an environment where your leadership truly shapes outcomes, HRP is an exceptional place to advance your career.

Job Description:

As an EHS Project Manager at HRP, you’ll lead and manage a variety of environmental, health, and safety compliance projects across industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, oversee project teams, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, technically sound solutions. This role blends regulatory expertise, project leadership, and client engagement — perfect for someone who enjoys both strategy and hands-on problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

This position offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team of engineers and scientists to address complex environmental challenges by executing the following roles / responsibilities:

• Project management, including scoping, planning, budgeting, and coordinating the execution of work in accordance with established budgets and timelines
• Personnel management, direction and mentorship in completing assigned project work
• Perform final review of documents for technical accuracy and overall presentation
• Developing site specific EH&S compliance programs based on federal, state and local regulations, as well as compliance with client company directives. Examples of programs include, Lockout / Tagout, Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, Confined Space Entry, Emergency Action, Fire Prevention, Exposure Control, Waste Minimization, Waste Management, Contingency Planning, etc.
• Have the ability to help design, inform, and improve EH&S programs for various clients
• Performance of H&S audits / inspections, and providing recommendations for corrective actions
• Develop H&S management systems, including drafting of standard operating procedures, guidance documents, and training programs
• Management of hazardous waste, including waste characterization, satellite area inspections, training, and correspondence with government agencies
• Develop and coordinate/conduct site specific EH&S training programs, including but not limited to, Hazard Communication, Lockout / Tagout, Bloodborne Pathogens, Biosafety, Fall Protection, Ladder Safety, Hazardous Waste Management, Respiratory Protection, RCRA / DOT, HAZWOPER, etc.
• Manage and assist with industrial hygiene related projects, including personal air sampling, indoor air quality assessment, noise assessments, surface wipe sampling, facility decommissioning, qualitative assessments, etc.
• Be motivated, outgoing, and have the ability to interact with employees and clients within various different industry settings
• Conduct and lead job safety analyses for jobs / tasks conducted within various different industry settings
• Conduct and lead incident investigations for clients following incidents occurring at client sites
• Promote and uphold HRP’s commitment to health, safety, and quality across all project activities and lead the Clifton Parks Health and Safety Program

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field
• 7 years plus of experience in the EH&S field
• Primary knowledge in OSHA regulations as well as knowledge of EPA and other federal, state and local regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills and strong organizational abilities
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated professional judgment, consistency and attention to detail
• Ability and willingness to travel to project sites
• Adaptability and willingness to adjust to client needs
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours, if required
• Obtain CSP within 1 year of employment

Preferred:

• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training
• Prior project or task management experience
• Professional certification in EHS (CSP, ASP, OHST, CIH or similar)

Why HRP Is a Great Place to Lead and Grow:

• A collaborative, supportive culture that values expertise and initiative
• Opportunities to manage high-impact EHS projects across diverse industries
• Strong support for professional development, certifications, and continuing education
• A growing office where your leadership directly influences team success
• A company that encourages innovation, autonomy, and continuous learning

Benefits & Company Culture:

The vision of HRP Associates, Inc., is reliant on the expertise of our dedicated professionals who provide excellent consultation to our loyal clientele. We lead the industry in our commitment to employee growth and satisfaction in a positive, gratifying, and challenging workplace environment. We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, and an excellent benefits package to qualified employees.

We are always searching for top talent to join our growing team throughout HRP’s various locations. We constantly promote a fun and dynamic company culture, as well as a great work-life balance. Ideal candidates will enjoy working in team settings, participating in company-wide events and outings, possess a positive attitude, and can relate to our internal cultural motto of, “Work hard, play hard!”

Other major benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life/Disability Insurance
• Company-sponsored Profit-Sharing Pension Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacations
• Continuing Education Reimbursement

HRP Employee Resource Groups:

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) such as:

• HRP Women - supports the professional and personal development for women employees while bringing awareness to women’s issues and fostering an inclusive environment.
• 312 Committee - organizes employee events to support our culture and employee relationships
• Giving Group - coordinates events with local charities and organizations
• Wellness Committee- promotes health and wellness

Who We Are:

HRP Associates, Inc. is a full-service environmental engineering and hydrogeology firm headquartered in Farmington, CT, with regional offices in Derby (CT); Plymouth, Massachusetts; Saint Charles, Missouri; Clifton Park, New York; Greenville & Charleston, South Carolina; and Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We also have satellite offices in Charlotte, North Carolina; San Diego, California; and Houston, Texas.

HRP's staff of professionals includes chemical, civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineers; inspectors; geologists; hydrogeologists; and industrial hygienists.

For more information on job postings in all our offices and to find out more about the company, please visit our website at www.hrpassociates.com and our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/HRPAssociatesInc. HRP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.