EHS Manager

Position Overview

The EHS Manager provides on-site leadership and oversight for Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) functions on large-scale electrical construction projects. This role ensures compliance with corporate EHS policies, regulatory requirements, and General Contractor/Owner safety expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all EHS programs on assigned large-scale electrical construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA 29 CFR 1926, company policies, and project-specific safety requirements.
• Partner with project management, field supervision, and craft personnel to implement and maintain effective hazard identification, risk mitigation, and safe work practices.
• Direct and conduct regular site safety inspections and audits to identify hazards, verify compliance, and drive corrective actions.
• Oversee development and maintenance of Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and other safety documentation to define safe work practices and support project execution.
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety stand downs, ongoing safety training, and project orientations for employees and subcontractors.
• Ensure prompt reporting and investigation of incidents, near misses, and other events; implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain accurate safety records, including incident reports, inspection logs, training documentation, and other regulatory or project-required records.
• Cookordinate with General Contractors, Owners, and project stakeholders to meet project-specific safety expectations and lead the safety portion of project meetings.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to field supervisors, craftworkers, and EHS employees to reinforce safe work practices and strengthen the company’s safety culture.
• Lead the implementation of corporate EHS initiatives, policies, and improvement programs across the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered.
• 5–10+ years of experience in construction safety, environmental health, or occupational safety roles.
• 3+ years in a leadership or site safety management role on large construction or industrial projects.
• Experience working on large-scale electrical, commercial, or industrial construction projects preferred.
• Experience in Mission-critical/data-center environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 70E, and energy control (LOTO) programs.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing safety programs in compliance with federal and regulations.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
• OSHA 500 – Construction Outreach Trainer
• NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Training
• Competent Person (Fall protection, Confined space, Excavation, etc.)
• OSHA 30-Hour – Construction
• First Aid/CPR/AED Training
• Strong Leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic oversight and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence safe behaviors and reinforce company safety expectations
• Strong organization and documentation skills
• Able to manage multiple projects and personnel
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications.