Lead HS&E Advisor, ICI Construction

Ledcor Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking an experienced Lead HS&E Advisor to support and advance safety excellence across Ledcor Construction operations. You will report to the HS&E leadership team, provide expert guidance, maintain programs, and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.

You will lead audits, investigations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives while developing HS&E documentation and training for site teams.

Qualifications

• 5–6+ years of Health & Safety experience in complex ICI construction projects.
• Bachelor’s degree or board-certified safety credential is asset.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, practices, equipment, and site operations.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and implementing HS&E programs, policies, and documentation.
• Experience participating in HS&E audits, incident investigations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and audits with site leadership to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide HS&E guidance to supervisors, employees, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Maintain and update project HS&E plans, JHAs, safe work procedures, and hazard assessments.
• Develop and revise HS&E standards, policies, and management system documentation.
• Support HS&E audits, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
• Deliver HS&E orientations and training programs; coach leaders on program implementation.

Skills

Health & Safety leadership

Audits & investigations

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Documentation

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health, Safety, and Environmental or related credential

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Document control systems

Job description

Overview

As a Lead HS&E Advisor, you will play a vital role in supporting and advancing health, safety, and environmental excellence across Ledcor Construction operations. Reporting to the HS&E leadership team, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance to project teams, maintaining HS&E programs and documentation, supporting audits and investigations, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory, corporate, and industry requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct work area inspections and audits, working with site leadership to identify hazards, address safety concerns, and ensure compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Provide HS&E guidance and support to supervisors, employees, subcontractors, and project teams, promoting a proactive safety culture.
• Review, maintain, and update project‑specific HS&E plans, safe work procedures, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and hazard assessments as project requirements evolve.
• Research, develop, and revise HS&E standards, policies, procedures, and other management system documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory, corporate, and industry requirements.
• Support the ongoing development and maintenance of Ledcor's HS&E Management System, incorporating regulatory updates, audit findings, incident learnings, and industry best practices.
• Deliver HS&E orientations, training programs, and safety communications, while coaching field supervisors and operational leaders on effective program implementation.
• Participate in HS&E audits and management system reviews, analyze findings, and support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of project-specific HS&E programs, hazard assessments, investigations, and overall safety performance.
• Participate in incident investigations and risk assessments, conducting root cause analyses and supporting leadership in developing effective corrective actions.
• Maintain organized HS&E documentation and records, ensuring proper document control, version management, and accessibility across designated platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–6+ years of experience in Health & Safety in complex ICI (Industrial, Commercial or Institutional) construction projects.
• Bachelor's Degree in Health, Safety, and Environmental or a board‑certified safety credential from a nationally recognized organization (CRSP, CRST, ROH, ROHT) or equivalent professional designation is considered an asset.
• Strong working knowledge of construction methods, practices, equipment, and site operations.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and implementing HS&E programs, policies, procedures, and management system documentation.
• Demonstrated experience participating in HS&E audits, incident investigations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with occupational health and safety regulations, COR requirements, ISO standards, and other applicable regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality Management Systems, including document control and content management processes.
• Experience supporting investigations while maintaining regulatory compliance and documentation requirements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop professional documentation and effectively engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Valid provincial driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.

Work Conditions

• Full‑time, site‑based work.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and navigate active construction sites while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Compensation

$90,900.00 – $121,200.00 (expected base pay range). Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location. Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Employment Equity At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.