Field ES&H Lead

Location: Millersport, OH | Telework Type: Full‑Time Office/Project | Relocation Authorized: National – Family

Project Overview

The project is a 1.3 GW simple‑cycle power generation facility located in Millersport, Ohio, being constructed adjacent to a hyperscale data center campus. The facility includes multiple power generation technologies consisting of Solar Titan 130 gas turbines, Siemens SGT800 gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and associated balance of plant infrastructure. The scope includes major civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, underground utility, control systems, and commissioning works required to support phased energization and turnover of the facility. Construction will be executed through a combination of direct‑hire and subcontracted labor supported by modularization, pre‑assembly, off‑site warehousing, and advanced work‑packaging methodologies.

Job Summary

The Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) Field Lead helps implement and ensure compliance with each component of an Environmental Safety and Health program on the project. This involves administrative and field tasks per established industry practices, procedures, regulatory and Bechtel requirements. The position requires practical application of occupational safety and related disciplines for managing environmental, safety and health aspects of a project or facility. The position reports to the Project ESH Manager.

Major Responsibilities

• Coordinate a wide variety of Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH) disciplines to facilitate implementation of Bechtel’s ESH program and ESH Management System, including aiding compliance with Bechtel’s ESH standards, applicable regulatory requirements, and contractual commitments.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of programs, systems, and procedures necessary for the safety and health of employees and protection of the environment and communities.
• Maintain ESH databases, inclusive of incident events, audit/assessment findings, and corrective actions.
• Perform statistical analysis of ESH data to identify performance trends and contributing factors as part of continuous improvement and make recommendations accordingly.
• Identify and coordinate unique software systems and electronic innovation used by ESH personnel.
• Lead teams in conducting risk assessments, studies, mitigation planning, and monitoring in response to ESH issues.
• Prepare communications, write reports, and prepare documents for program execution and records retention.
• Coordinate incident notifications, lead investigations, and prepare incident investigation reports.
• Recommend and implement improvements in processes, procedures, and work activities to minimize hazard potential.
• Participate in and may lead employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs.
• Coordinate ESH recognition programs.
• Research moderately complex issues and provide regulatory interpretation and technical advice.
• Provide support to ESH field and office personnel, inclusive of all ESH disciplines.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8–10 years of relevant experience, or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to research and comprehend organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills for preparing presentations, data management, and report preparation.
• Adaptable and able to work outdoors in a field environment under various weather conditions.
• Ability to support multiple work shifts, as needed, and a wide range of tasks.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in managing a team of Environmental, Safety and Health professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to apply education, training and experience to solve problems and communicate solutions to construction supervision.
• Knowledge and experience with ISO 45001 Management System standards.
• Specialized technical skills and knowledge related to applicable safety or health discipline.
• Broad technical knowledge, science skills, and technical writing abilities.

Total Rewards / Benefits

Bechtel offers a robust benefits package designed to help employees thrive, including career advancement programs, cultural initiatives, and time‑off options that support a sustainable work‑life balance. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.