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Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high-energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?
J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.
The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.
Job Description
J.S. Held is seeking an Implementation Consultant (Project Manager) to lead the delivery of EHS and Environmental Management Information System (EMIS) implementations. This role is focused on managing and facilitating the deployment of leading EHS platforms such as Enablon (AQS / Metrics), Intelex, VelocityEHS, and similar systems.
The position requires strong project management, business analysis, and stakeholder coordination skills, combined with a solid understanding of environmental compliance processes (e.g., air emissions), without requiring hands-on system configuration.
Job Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Governance
- Lead and manage end-to-end implementation of EMIS and EHS digital solutions
- Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and delivery governance
- Ensure successful delivery in line with client expectations and contractual commitments
Stakeholder & Team Coordination
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and key stakeholders
- Coordinate cross-functional teams, including technical configurators, SMEs, and data specialists
- Drive clear communication, alignment, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle
Solution Design & Implementation Oversight
- Guide solution design by aligning business requirements with system capabilities
- Provide non-technical oversight of platform configurations (e.g., Enablon, Intelex, VelocityEHS)
- Validate deliverables to ensure quality, completeness, and alignment with requirements
Business Analysis & Requirements Management
- Lead requirements gathering sessions, workshops, and stakeholder interviews
- Translate business needs into structured functional specifications and implementation plans
- Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the project lifecycle
Data, Reporting & Compliance
- Oversee data integration processes, including migration and validation
- Ensure reporting outputs align with regulatory compliance and operational performance needs
- Support implementation of reporting frameworks for environmental and EHS metrics
Testing, Training & Adoption
- Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) processes and ensure resolution of defects
- Coordinate training sessions and develop user enablement materials
- Drive user adoption and change management initiatives
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, IT, Business, or related field
- 7–12+ years in EMIS, EHS systems, or enterprise software implementation roles
- Experience managing end-to-end system implementations
- Experience with Enablon, Intelex, VelocityEHS or similar platforms
- Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to translate business requirements into system solutions
- Working knowledge of environmental compliance processes (air emissions context)
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred
- Experience in Oil & Gas or industrial sectors
- Familiarity with Enablon AQS and Metrics modules
- Experience with Agile / Scrum methodologies
- Certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master, Product Owner
Physical and Mental Qualifications
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders
Additional Information
Some of the Benefits We Have Include
J.S. Held understands all our employees are people and sometimes life needs flexibility. We work to always provide an environment that best supports and suits our team’s needs.
- Our flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
- Flexible Time Off Policy
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401k Match
- Commuter Benefits
A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $120k - $155k. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, management responsibility, etc.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read the J.S. Held Online Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as required and described therein.
Please explore what we’re all about at www.jsheld.com.
EEO and Job Accommodations
We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering. We are greater when we are equal! J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request for a reasonable accommodation, please email jobs@jsheld.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” within the subject line with your request and contact information.
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Who's Hiring
- Apex Companies2

- Labcorp1

- Justrite1

- Symbotic1

- CommScope1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Energy1
- Insurance1
- Manufacturing1
- Telecommunications1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote EHS specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational health, safety management, or a related field
- Knowledge of OSHA standards, EPA regulations, and applicable federal and state environmental laws
- Experience conducting safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations
- OSHA 30-hour certification or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential preferred or required
- Proficiency with EHS management software and maintaining regulatory compliance records
- Strong written communication skills for preparing reports, training materials, and regulatory submissions
Tips for Your Remote EHS Specialist Job Search
Lead with certifications above experience
Hiring managers for ehs specialist roles scan for CSP, CIH, or OSHA 30 credentials before reading work history. List your certifications in a dedicated header section, not buried in your education block, so they appear immediately.
Tailor your resume to the industry sector
An ehs specialist resume for a chemical plant needs different keywords than one for a hospital system. Swap in sector-specific language like HAZWOPER, PSM, or Joint Commission compliance depending on the posting you're targeting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists ehs specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by regulatory focus
EHS specialist jobs split broadly into OSHA-heavy safety roles and EPA-heavy environmental roles. Filter your search by terms like 'air permitting', 'stormwater', or 'incident investigation' to match openings to your actual compliance expertise.
Prepare incident metrics before interviews
Interviewers almost always ask how you've reduced TRIR or DART rates. Pull actual outcomes from past roles, such as a reduction in recordable incidents after a training rollout, and be ready to describe your specific contribution to that result.
Negotiate scope, not just pay
Before accepting an offer, confirm which permits, audits, and regulatory filings you'll own versus share with a team. EHS specialist job titles vary widely in actual authority, and scope determines your career trajectory as much as salary does.
Remote EHS Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote EHS specialist job?
Target companies that already run distributed teams, since they hire remotely by default and know how to onboard someone they never meet in person. Remote EHS specialist employers screen hard for self-direction and clear written communication on top of the core skills, so show evidence you can own work without someone over your shoulder. Apply to the openings above that match your experience.
Which companies hire remote EHS specialists?
Companies hiring remote EHS specialists include Apex Companies, Labcorp, and Justrite, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote-first firms and large companies running distributed teams post the most remote EHS specialist roles.
Can you get a remote EHS specialist job with no experience?
Yes, but it is harder than an on-site role, because remote work expects you to operate independently from the start. Entry-level remote EHS specialist openings do exist, especially at remote-first companies, and a portfolio of real work helps more than a long resume. Applying broadly to the roles that fit improves your odds.
Do you need a degree for remote EHS specialist jobs?
Not always. Many employers hire remote EHS specialists on demonstrated skills and prior work rather than a specific degree, though some larger companies still prefer one. Showing relevant results matters more than a credential for most remote EHS specialist roles.
Which industries hire the most remote EHS specialists?
Remote EHS specialist roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Energy, and Insurance, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. These sectors run distributed teams and hire EHS specialists remotely most consistently.
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