Manager, EHS

About the role

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is our #1 core value and anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support with the development of site-specific safety training and orientation of workers, supervisors, staff, subcontractors, and clients.
• Review project plans and project sites before work commences, identifying safety-related risks.
• Liaise with external parties such as regulatory agencies, government inspectors, subcontractors, and the general public.
• Work with senior management to continuously improve their Health and Safety Programs.
• Represent the Company at meetings with stakeholders and other organizations on issues regarding workplace health and safety matters.
• Support project specific conventional safety and environmental management plans and procedures including inspections, audits, observation and coaching, Worker Trades Committee and Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC).
• Mentor project staff in the requirements of conventional safety procedures.
• Track and report safety-related statistics.
• Support the management of Return to Work and Modified Duties cases at the field level.
• Support Human Performance Program activities.
• Assist in development of EHS supporting documents.
• Walk down job sites and ensure controls are in place as per plan.
• Review and audit applicable EHS documentation.
• Report all accidents, incidents (conventional or radiological safety), near misses, unsafe conditions, and behaviors to leadership.
• Assist Line Supervisors in accidents, incidents, and near-miss investigations and ensure all documentation is completed and distributed, as required.
• Post and maintain safety bulletins and posters and distribute safety materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Develop and deliver presentations to workers, subcontractors, and clients.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of Environmental Health and Safety.
• Perform inspections and audits, both formal and informal.
• Immediately stop work activity when unsafe acts or conditions exist and immediately inform site management.
• Maintain files of safety-related paperwork as per Company and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that corrective actions have been taken whenever safety deficiencies have been identified.
• Participate in daily toolbox and weekly safety meetings.
• Mentor and coach craft and supervision in the field with regard to safety roles and responsibilities, compliance with safety standards, Critical Control Verifications (CCVs), and safety observations.
• Perform additional detailed requirements as outlined in the Project Specific EHS and EHS Management Plan.
• Maintain pre-qualification databases for clientele, including ISN World and Avetta.
• Support proposal development, as required.
• Maintain and update EHS Program Procedures, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience coordinating and managing health and safety for construction projects.
• Previous experience in a leadership role required.
• Highly self-motivated team player with a participative management style and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify training gaps, generate effective solutions, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• A team player who accepts and can manage change regularly.
• Knowledge of construction projects with a solid understanding of the Occupational Safety and Health Act and other relevant OSHA regulations and legislation.
• Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent experience in the Health and Safety field.
• Knowledge of applicable Health and Safety Acts and Regulations considered an asset.
• Understanding of OSHA 1904 Recordkeeping, Case Management, Workers’ Compensation Insurance requirements, and return-to-work programs.
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent meeting and training facilitation skills.
• Adaptable and flexible in an ever-changing environment.
• Experience working in a unionized or non-unionized environment.
• Incident investigation training and experience considered an asset.
• Experience speaking in front of large work groups.
• Must be able to obtain clearance and a badge for U.S. Nuclear Power Plants and/or Department of Energy facilities.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits (Comprehensive Plan – Dental/Medical/Vision)
• 401K (comprehensive match plan)
• Paid Vacation (vacation/wellness days)
• Health and Wellness Home Benefit (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
• Tuition Reimbursement (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
• Green Home Energy Benefit (a subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses)

Pay

The expected pay range for this role is $75.00 – $95.00 per hour.