Ready to lead at the intersection of strategy, risk, and transformation? As a Principal Consultant, Auditor – EHS Regulatory Compliance & Management Systems based in Vancouver or Calgary, this management‑level role offers the opportunity to shape how global organizations operate - safely, responsibly, and sustainably. You’ll step into a visible leadership position where your expertise influences executive decision‑making, drives innovation, and delivers measurable impact across industries that matter.
Why This Role Matters
ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations to create safe, sustainable operations that protect people, the environment, and long‑term business value. In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulatory compliance and management systems—guiding complex organizations through risk, change, and transformation.
As a Principal Consultant, Auditor – EHS Regulatory Compliance and Management Systems, you won’t just deliver assessments—you’ll help design how EHS excellence is embedded into global operations. Your leadership will directly influence how clients meet regulatory obligations, align with international standards, and build resilient, future‑ready systems.
What Your Impact Is
You’ll act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, helping organizations navigate complex regulatory environments while strengthening their EHS culture and performance. From leading audits to shaping enterprise‑level strategies, your work will reduce operational risk, improve compliance outcomes, and elevate sustainability and safety as core business priorities.
You’ll also play a key role in advancing ERM’s Safe and Sustainable Operations practice—supporting high‑hazard sectors and contributing to globally recognized standards and frameworks.
What You'll Bring
Required
Bachelor’s degree in environmental, sustainability, health & safety science, engineering, or a related discipline.
6+ years of EHS experience in consulting or industry, with exposure in Canada and ideally international contexts
Demonstrated experience assessing EHS management systems within high‑hazard sectors, including mining, oil & gas, petrochemicals, pulp & paper, and power generation
Strong working knowledge of Canadian EHS regulatory requirements
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage senior leaders, operational teams, and external stakeholders
Proven ability to independently manage complex projects while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Willingness to travel up to 40%
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.
Preferred
Master’s degree in environmental, sustainability, or a related field
12+ years of EHS experience with global project exposure
Professional certifications such as EP (EMS LA), EP (CEA), CSRP, P.Eng., or similar credentials
Familiarity with data analytics, digital tools, or technology‑enabled solutions supporting EHS management systems
Key Responsibilities
Lead EHS regulatory compliance audits, management system assessments, and sustainability framework reviews—independently or within multidisciplinary teams
Design and implement strategies, processes, and tools to strengthen client EHS programs and governance structures
Support international standards and initiatives, including ICMM, CopperMark, Cyanide Code, and TSM, particularly within the mining sector
Manage national and global projects with a strong focus on safety, quality, and delivery excellence
Deliver training sessions, in‑field coaching, and impactful presentations for client teams and leadership groups
Build and maintain long‑term client relationships, contributing to repeat engagements and strategic partnerships
Collaborate across ERM’s global network to share knowledge, innovate solutions, and continuously improve service offerings
For the Principal Consultant, Auditor – EHS Regulatory Compliance & Management Systems position, the anticipated annual base pay is $129,521–$158,372 (CAD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Please submit your resume and brief cover letter.
ERM welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, Indigenous identity, or status as a protected veteran or qualified individual with a disability.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Notice Regarding Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Hiring
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By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to the use of AI tools in evaluating your candidacy. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact us at [email protected].
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in environmental, sustainability, health & safety science, engineering, or a related discipline
- 6+ years of EHS experience in consulting or industry, with exposure in Canada and ideally international contexts
- Demonstrated experience assessing EHS management systems within high-hazard sectors
- Strong working knowledge of Canadian EHS regulatory requirements
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage senior leaders, operational teams, and external stakeholders
- Proven ability to independently manage complex projects while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Willingness to travel up to 40%
- Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license
- Master's degree in environmental, sustainability, or a related field
- 12+ years of EHS experience with global project exposure
- Professional certifications such as EP (EMS LA), EP (CEA), CSRP, P.Eng., or similar credentials
- Familiarity with data analytics, digital tools, or technology-enabled solutions supporting EHS management systems
What We Do
Sustainability is our business. As the world’s largest specialist sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, deploying a unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. This approach helps clients to accelerate the integration of sustainability at every level of their business. With more than 50 years of experience, ERM’s diverse team of 8000+ experts in 40 countries and territories helps clients create innovative solutions to their sustainability challenges, unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations
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