EHS Manager

Aecon Concessions; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an EHS Manager to lead health and safety initiatives for significant airport redevelopment projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with safety standards and fostering a culture of safety across teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil infrastructure projects, particularly in a collaborative environment, and will be instrumental in training staff, conducting site inspections, and liaising with stakeholders. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes safety and invests in its people, offering a dynamic workplace where your contributions will make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Mental health support services

Career development programs

Diversity and Inclusion training

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing health and safety on civil infrastructure projects.
• Degree in Health, Safety and Environment or related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote health, safety, and environmental culture on airport redevelopment projects.
• Conduct site inspections and provide safety training to staff.
• Develop emergency procedures and manage subcontractor compliance.

Skills

Health and Safety Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Training and Education

Risk Assessment

Incident Investigation

Compliance Auditing

Education

Degree or diploma in Health, Safety and Environment

Professional designation (CRSP, NCSO)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Date: Apr 24, 2025

Location: US Jackson, SC, US

Operating Sector: Safety

Position Title: EHS Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

The EHS Manager will be responsible for promoting the health, safety and environmental culture of our USVI Airport Redevelopment Projects in St. Thomas and St. Croix. The Manager will work with the senior management team on these projects to ensure continuous improvement and standards are met on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide site specific safety training, orientation and demonstrate the use of safety equipment.
• Develop and train supervisors and staff on the Health, Safety and Environmental Manual.
• Review project plans and project sites before work commences, identifying safety-related risks.
• Inspect active project sites to evaluate ongoing work conditions to ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards.
• Liaise with external parties such as government inspectors, sub-contractors, and general public.
• Work with project management teams and field workers to implement and devise solutions to safety-related issues on project sites.
• Work with senior management to create plans for emergency procedures, various critical risk assessments, and project risk registry.
• Subcontractor prequalification’s and management: Ensure subcontractors and employees comply with safety standards and project expectations.
• Investigate incidents to identify causes and to determine corrective/preventive action plans.
• Represent project at meetings with stakeholders and other organizations on issues regarding workplace health and safety matters.
• Track and monitor safety statistics, performance, and analytics to proactively determine trends and create EHS dashboards to review with the senior management team.
• Support project specific conventional safety and environmental management plans and procedures including; inspections, audits, observation and coaching, Worker Trades Committee and JHSC.
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Degree or diploma in Health, Safety and Environment or related experience.
• 10+ years’ experience managing health and safety on civil/heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• 2-3 years’ experience in a senior OHS role in the Construction industry, preferably working in a collaborative JV environment.
• Knowledge of Construction projects with a solid understanding of workplace safety legislation and regulations.
• A professional designation such as a CRSP, NCSO is preferred.
• Experience in working on civil infrastructure, specifically airport or building projects is preferred.
• Background in Training and/or Education and or experience delivering EHS Training programs to individuals and groups.
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, excellent verbal, and written communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent meeting and training facilitation skills.
• Understanding of Workers Compensation, claims management, and return-to-work programs.
• Experience leading or auditing ISO, COR, or equivalent safety management system compliance audits.
• Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and the ability to drive to job sites.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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