Director, Environmental, Health & Safety – EHS

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.

. Develop and execute a multi-year Metals EHS strategy aligned with business growth, operational excellence, and employee engagement objectives .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) strategy development and execution, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, risk management, and organizational change. Proven ability to influence executive decision-making and embed EHS accountability across diverse operations.

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EHS Strategy DevelopmentRegulatory Compliance ExpertiseIncident Investigation MethodologiesChange ManagementMulti-Site EHS Program Leadership

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Hard Skills

Environmental ComplianceHealth & Safety LeadershipRisk AssessmentData AnalysisEHS AnalyticsPerformance Metrics DevelopmentCrisis ManagementContractor EHS ManagementOccupational Health ProgramsSafety Culture Development

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingExecutive PresenceInfluencing SkillsChange LeadershipInterpersonal Communication

Industry Keywords

OSHAEPAManufacturing EnvironmentEHS GovernanceRisk Management FrameworkIncident Response ProtocolsSupply Chain EHS ManagementOrganizational ChangePerformance ManagementEmployee Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a multi-year Metals EHS strategy aligned with business growth, operational excellence, and employee engagement objectives
Establish long-term EHS priorities, roadmaps, and performance targets across all Metals locations
Serve as strategic advisor to the Metals Leadership Team on safety, environmental, security, and occupational health risks and opportunities
Lead standardization and integration of EHS processes, systems, governance, and performance expectations across all Metals locations
Identify and implement best practices while reducing unnecessary variation between sites
Establish common metrics, leading indicators, reporting standards, and accountability mechanisms
Lead development of a proactive safety culture focused on personal ownership, risk recognition, and continuous improvement
Partner with operational leaders to embed EHS accountability into leadership expectations and performance management
Partner with Corp EHS, ELT, Directors, and Site Leaders to integrate EHS into business strategy, capital planning, operational decisions, and organizational change
Influence decision-making through data, risk assessment, and business case development
Develop and leverage EHS analytics, leading indicators, and trend analysis to identify risk and drive business decisions
Partner with Occupational Health on injury prevention, return-to-work programs, ergonomics, employee wellness, and regulatory compliance
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Finance to incorporate EHS into capital projects, facility expansions, equipment purchases, and growth initiatives
Develop and execute a Metals EHS talent strategy, including succession planning, capability development, leadership coaching, and organizational design
Establish and maintain an enterprise EHS risk management framework
Lead enterprise-wide risk reviews and align with corporate risk management processes
Ensure governance, audit readiness, and internal controls across Metals operations
Oversee incident investigation standards, root cause discipline, and systemic corrective actions
Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance with applicable EHS regulations
Serve as primary interface with regulatory agencies, auditors, and external stakeholders
Lead permitting strategies and environmental compliance for existing and new operations
Establish and lead enterprise incident response and crisis management protocols
Provide leadership during significant incidents, ensuring escalation, communication, and recovery
Drive organizational learning from serious incidents across all sites
Develop and enforce contractor EHS management standards across all Metals locations
Embed EHS expectations within procurement and supply chain processes
Monitor contractor performance and integrate contractors into site safety culture
Manage direct reports on the EHS Team and guide EHS Liaisons at other locations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
15+ years of progressive Environmental, Health & Safety leadership experience within a complex manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience leading multi-site EHS programs and teams
Experience developing enterprise-wide EHS strategies and driving organizational change
Experience influencing executive leadership and operating in a matrixed organization
Strategic thinking and enterprise risk management capability
Ability to translate EHS risk into business impact and financial terms
Change management and culture transformation expertise
Executive presence and ability to influence senior leadership decision-making
Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (OSHA, EPA, etc.) and compliance systems
Incident investigation methodologies
Ability to lead through ambiguity and drive standardization across diverse operations
Contractor and supply chain EHS management expertise
Ability to understand, interpret, and write instructions, procedures, etc.
Must exhibit professional behavior and attitude, technically and personally, in all aspects of the work environment and always demonstrate respect for all others
Ability to manage direct reports on the EHS Team and provide guidance to EHS Liaisons at other locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression