About Forterra

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

About the role

The EHS Program Manager is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing all environmental, health, and safety programs across the organization. As a senior leader in operations, the EHS Program Manager will be responsible for establishing a strong culture of safety and sustainability, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving down operational risk.  

The EHS Program Manager will oversee the EHS department, developing policies to drive proactive risk management, training, and innovation, guiding incident prevention and response, and partnering with leadership to align safety and environmental practices with the company’s operational and strategic goals. 

What you'll do

Program Leadership & Compliance 

• Lead and manage all aspects of environmental, health, and safety compliance across manufacturing and integration operations. 

• Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, management systems, and best practices aligned with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements. 

• Ensure compliance with environmental permitting and reporting, including air emissions, hazardous/industrial waste, stormwater, and spill prevention. 

• Oversee internal and external audits, inspections, regulatory reports, and information requests. 

• Collaborate with management team to review and adapt Emergency Action Plan (EAP) 

• Maintain a written log of safety inspection activities, reports, and correspondence. 

• Manage workers' compensation claims and insurance 

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement 

• Conduct hazard assessments, risk analyses, and process safety reviews; maintain OSHA-required documentation and site-specific risk registers. 

• Lead accident/incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective/preventive action programs. 

• Monitor and analyze EHS performance metrics, trends, and KPIs to drive data-informed decision-making. 

Culture & Training 

• Build and reinforce a strong safety-first culture across the organization. 

• Design and deliver EHS training programs for all levels of the workforce, from frontline staff to executives. 

• Lead safety committees, drills, and regular meetings to promote engagement, transparency, and accountability. 

• Provide expert guidance to leadership on equipment selection, facility design, and workflow planning with a safety and environmental lens. 

Team & Resource Management 

• Manage and develop EHS team members, ensuring high performance and professional growth. 

• Oversee department budgets, resources, and tools to optimize program effectiveness. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to integrate EHS considerations into broader organizational strategies and projects. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, public health, or a related field. 

• 5+ years of progressive experience in EHS roles within manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, maritime, or similar environments. 

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT). 

• Proven experience developing and implementing effective EHS programs and management systems. 

• Demonstrated ability to lead investigations, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence across levels of the organization. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CHMM, or PMP. 

• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 implementation and auditing 

• Experience managing workers’ compensation claims and insurance programs. 

• Proven ability to engage teams, build culture, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

US Salary Range
 $XXX,XXX—$XXX,XXX

The salary range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The salary offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Equity in Forterra is included in most of our full-time, high-demand roles and is therefore considered part of Forterra’s overall compensation package. In addition to base salary and equity, Forterra offers competitive benefits for full-time employees including:

• Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.  
• Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.
• A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption. 
• A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires. 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process.

CLEARANCE ELIGIBILITY - This position may require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance. For more information about U.S. Security Clearances: click here.   

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in all personnel practices. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran and disability status, and criminal history, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Forterra is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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