Location: Onsite - Cambridge, MA

Employment Type: Contingent Worker (Contract, W2)

Contract Length: 36 months

Compensation: $65/$85 per hour (based on experience)

Summary of the Role

Join a large biotech pharmaceutical leader as an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager, supporting the safety programs at Cambridge, MA laboratories. You will lead contractor safety initiatives for facilities, labs, and construction projects, and act as a key partner in driving a culture of safety and compliance. This role serves as the EHS point of contact and expert for laboratory and contractor safety.

Key Responsibilities

Manage contractor safety programs for Cambridge, MA location labs and facilities
Review safe permits to work and contractor job hazard analyses for compliance
Partner with service providers to enhance contractor safety programs and culture
Establish safe work procedures for hazardous activities
Provide expertise on EHS topics including LOTO, confined space entry, hot work, and machine guarding
Serve as EHS point of contact for process development laboratories
Collaborate to correct inspection findings and respond to incidents and emergencies
Lead thorough incident investigations and implement corrective actions
Conduct in-person contractor safety training and EHS assessments
Analyze safety data trends to identify and control hazards, focusing on serious injury and fatality prevention
Develop written EHS SOPs and guidance documents
Participate in safety-related meetings and drive continuous improvement through metrics and audits

Required Experience & Skills

Direct experience developing and reviewing OSHA-compliant Job Hazard Analyses for high hazard activities
Strong interpersonal skills with experience coaching and conducting safety inspections
Effective public speaking and training skills on safety topics
Experience partnering with diverse staff and contractors to drive safety culture

Preferred Qualifications

5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry implementing industrial safety programs
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential
Proven risk evaluation and assessment experience
Strong construction and contractor safety expertise
Ability to influence management and communicate effectively
Excellent presentation skills
Action-oriented and self-starting, with program development and project management strength
Technical writing proficiency
Proficient with Microsoft Office and other computer software systems

Top 3 Must Have Skills

1. Expertise developing and reviewing OSHA-compliant Job Hazard Analyses for high hazard activities

2. Strong interpersonal skills and coaching experience in safety job walks and on-the-spot guidance

3. Effective public speaker and safety trainer

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Lead contractor safety programs for site facilities, lab services, and construction projects
Review and approve safety documentation submitted by contractors
Engage in routine facilities walkthroughs and build a culture of psychological safety
Develop safe work procedures and conduct EHS assessments for new or revised lab activities
Investigate incidents, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous EHS program improvement
Participate in site safety meetings and serve as a subject matter expert during lab safety inspections

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree OR
Master’s degree and 3 years of Operations or Manufacturing experience Or
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of Operations or Manufacturing experience Or
Associate’s degree and 10 years of Operations or Manufacturing experience Or
High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Operations or Manufacturing experience

This posting is for Contingent Worker, not an FTE

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