Manager, EHS

Aecon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Foundations is seeking a Manager, EHS to lead a team of EHS Advisors and partner with senior management to ensure continuous improvement and on-site EHSMS standards. The role sits at Toronto/Etobicoke and focuses on heavy civil safety leadership across projects.

You will develop and implement EHS strategies, oversee audits and incident investigations, and collaborate with operations to drive safe, compliant work practices nationwide. Strong communication and coaching are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of health and safety leadership on heavy civil projects.
• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety or CRSP or equivalent.
• Experience delivering EHS training programs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel across Canada.

Responsibilities

• Operationalize and implement corporate EHS strategies with leadership involvement.
• Oversee EHS management system implementation and continuous improvement.
• Build and lead a capable EHS team through coaching and development.
• Lead safety trainings and orientation for workers and supervisors.
• Review planned work to identify risks and strengthen controls before work begins.
• Engage with leadership to address EHS challenges with practical solutions.
• Communicate regulatory and risk concerns and drive sustainable actions.
• Participate in field activities to verify controls and compliance.
• Lead audits, investigations, and assurance activities with a learning focus.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and risk assessments.

Skills

Health & Safety management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel-ready / Valid driver's license

Education

OHS post-secondary education or CRSP

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Safety

Position Title: Manager, EHS

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

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 not only our #1 core value - it is the standard that 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.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus - today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation - we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement - values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you're inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Foundations is a leader in the Canadian Foundations industry. From shoring systems to foundation piling of all types; Aecon Foundations brings the Aecon advantage to all of our market sectors and acts as a strong partner from project initiation, design development, field testing and execution.

Reporting to the Director, EHS the Manager, EHS will oversee a team of Advisors while working with the senior management team to ensure continuous improvement and standards for Aecon’s EHSMS are met on site. This role will support our Aecon Foundations division and will sit out of Toronto/Etobicoke,

What You'll Do Here:

• Partner with operational leadership to operationalize and implement corporate EHS strategies, goals, and objectives, supporting clear operational ownership of EHS performance.
• Provides oversight and assurance of the implementation, performance, and effectiveness of Aecon’s EHS Management system and applicable operational EHS management plans, identifying opportunities for learning and continuous improvement.
• Build, lead, and develop a capable EHS team through recruitment, coaching, mentoring, and ongoing development, fostering a collaborative, learning-focused approach to EHS.
• Lead development &/or facilitate various safety training and orientation to workers, supervisors, owners, and clients.
• Partner with operational teams to review planned work, understand how work will be performed, identify significant risks and potential failure points, and strengthen controls before work begins.
• Work collaboratively with operational leadership, supervisors, and workers to understand EHS challenges and develop practical, effective solutions that support safe and successful work.
• Identify and communicate regulatory, management-system, and risk-related concerns, and partner with operational leadership to develop sustainable actions that address underlying conditions and strengthen the system.
• Engage regularly in field activities to understand how work is performed, identify emerging risks and operational challenges, verify the effectiveness of critical controls, and support compliance with applicable EHS requirements.
• Lead and support audits, field assurance activities, incident investigations, and Serious Incident Investigations with a focus on learning, understanding contributing conditions, strengthening controls, and reducing the potential for recurrence.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits, APEX assessments, and other assurance activities, using findings and insights to support learning, continuous improvement, and effective risk management.
• Support subcontractor EHS prequalification, onboarding, and performance management, working with operational teams and subcontractor leadership to establish clear expectations and address emerging EHS risks and performance concerns.
• Participates and/or lead various project / operational safety meetings.
• Ensure EHS performance information is regularly compiled, analyzed, and reviewed with operational leadership to identify trends, emerging risks, opportunities for learning, and areas requiring action.
• Liaise with external parties such as government inspectors, sub-contractors, and public as required.
• Represent Aecon at meetings with stakeholders and other organizations on issues regarding environmental, health and safety issues.
• Provide visible EHS leadership that promotes learning, effective risk management, worker engagement, and continuous improvement while strengthening the organization's capacity to anticipate and manage risk.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 8 years' experience coordinating and/or managing health and safety for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety: bachelor’s degree, community college or equivalent experience in the H&S field, Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or equivalent.
• 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
• Understanding of Workers Compensation and return-to-work programs
• Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record and the ability to drive to job sites and travel within Canada.

The expected pay range for this role is $120,000 - $150,000 per year.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

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.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.