Corporate Environmental Manager (Engineering)

Job ID: 513967

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary:

The Corporate Environmental Manager assists upper management and field managers at assigned locations in complying with Company's environmental policy and environmental laws, rules, regulations, and permits. This position acquires or assists in the acquisition and/or modification of environmental permits for assigned locations. The position prepares or assists in the preparation of environmental reports for assigned locations. The Corporate Environmental Manager provides guidance on the selection of monitoring systems and stack testing contractors.

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Reports directly to the Director of Environmental Affairs and is responsible for leading the environmental performance of their assigned field locations through executing the environmental pillars of Communication, Compliance, and Management of Change.
• Works directly with managers and staff at assigned field locations to ensure compliance with relevant environmental laws, rules, regulations, and permits.
• Directs and/or participates in environmental audit programs.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and execution of the Company's environmental policy.
• Assures each assigned facility prepares and maintains files of all environmental permits and that timely applications for permit renewals and modifications are prepared and submitted.
• Recommends and supervises the hiring and direction of activities of consultants, lawyers, contractors, lobbyists, and other specialists who provide expertise in matters related to environmental laws, rules, regulations, and permitting
• Prepares or assists internal and external attorneys in defending the Company through the preparation of responses to environmentally related Notices of Violation or other regulatory enforcement actions and initiatives directed at Company facilities.
• Monitors and evaluates state and federal rule developments and informs management when new regulations or potential regulatory developments could significantly impact the organization.
• Assists assigned facilities in the preparation and submission to regulatory agencies of timely reports that are required by law, rule, regulation, or permit. Included are stormwater discharge monitoring reports, air emission inventories, excess emissions reports, periodic CEM and CMS performance reports, annual hazardous waste activity reports, toxic release inventories, or other similar reports. Copies of these reports will be maintained in the Overland Park files.
• Coordinates with the Vice President - Technical Service regarding stack tests, compliance with applicable regulations, and other matters of common interest. Assists in the preparation of trial/test burn plans and reports.
• Assures that each plant using waste-derived fuel maintains its RCRA and HWC NESHAP Operating record, CEMS records, correspondence files, and other records or reports required by permit or regulation. Reviews annually and, as required, modifies the RCRA Closure Plans and Closure Cost Estimates for each WDF burning facility. Assists the Assistant General Counsel and the Vice President - Finance with the preparation of annual RCRA financial assurance instruments and reports.
• Reviews the Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plan at each assigned facility on an annual basis. Assures that these plans are maintained and reviewed by licensed professional engineers in accordance with the applicable regulations.
• Assists in the preparation of all new, modified, or renewal RCRA Part B permit applications or other permit applications associated with the use of secondary materials. Maintains in Overland Park the record copy of all original and modified RCRA Part B permit applications. Prepares or assists in the preparation of all Company responses to Notices of Deficiency for RCRA Part B permit applications.
• Assures the accurate and timely payment of all fees connected with the acquisition and maintenance of environmental permits at assigned facilities.
• Assists facilities in developing and maintaining procedures to prevent hazards and protect human health and the environment.
• Maintains active membership in appropriate professional organizations and serves as a Company representative to industry committees, associations, and workgroups. Attends relevant seminars or training sessions. Obtains and maintains appropriate professional certification.
• Advises upper management and field managers at assigned locations about current and forthcoming environmental issues or regulations.
• Additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Minimum 4-Year Bachelor's Degree in environmental studies, engineering, law, or related field
• Graduate Degree in environmental studies, engineering, law, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in one or a combination of the following work areas:
  • Environmental regulator
  • Environmental consultant
  • Environmental lawyer
  • Environmental engineer in the public or private sector
  • Corporate environmental staff
• Experience with air pollution, water pollution, solid and hazardous wastes, toxic substances, asbestos, community-right-to-know, SPCC plans, and aboveground and underground storage tanks
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
• Knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding the environment
• Knowledge of applicable general environmental and RCRA permits and permit applications held or submitted by the Company for the assigned facilities.
• Knowledge of CEM and COM systems at each plant and the QA/QC procedures associated with these units.
• Ability to make sound independent judgments regularly
• Uses independent judgment in performing responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work under general supervision with specified policies, regulations, and guidelines.
• Ability to refer to supervisor only when in doubt as to the proper procedure for a specified action.
• Domestic Travel up to 75%

What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.