Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Webuild; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Iconic projects

Day-one benefits

Wellbeing support

Work-life balance

Time to recharge

Grow with us

Extra perks

Job summary

Webuild in Canada seeks a QHSE Manager to lead health, safety and environmental requirements across project activities and sites. Reporting to the QHSE Director, you will ensure compliance with Ontario laws and company standards, coordinate with quality teams, and drive risk controls and training.

The role focuses on implementing plans, conducting audits, investigations, and reporting, with a path to COR and ISO 45001 certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of five years in a lead health and safety role on major construction projects.
• Previous experience as a Health and Safety Manager or QHSE Manager in a construction or infrastructure environment.
• A valid occupational health and safety qualification, such as CRSP, NCSO through IHSA, or a demonstrated equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, and their application in construction.
• Thorough understanding of COR requirements and certification processes.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental management systems, including ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and COR.
• Experience with construction risk assessment, incident investigation and root cause analysis techniques, such as TapRooT.
• Knowledge of construction methods and the risks associated with major infrastructure works.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, contractors and project leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong reporting, data analysis, organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, observation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on a construction site and perform the physical activities required, including standing, walking, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, reaching and grasping.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, monitoring and ongoing improvement of the project’s health, safety and environmental plans, procedures and programs.
• Ensure site activities meet the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, Company standards, client requirements and other applicable government requirements.
• Advise project management, supervisors and employees on health and safety requirements and practical risk controls.
• Identify project and worksite hazards and support the development of safe work procedures, Job Safety Analyses and other risk assessments.
• Conduct and document regular site inspections and safety checks; identify deficiencies, recommend corrective actions and verify their effectiveness.
• Coordinate health and safety aspects of site activities with construction teams, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Deliver and coordinate site orientation, project-specific H&S training, toolbox talks and other safety communications.
• Coordinate the project safety committee and support employee participation in health and safety initiatives.
• Record and investigate accidents, incidents and near misses; lead or support root cause analyses and ensure corrective and preventive actions are tracked to completion.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly H&S statistics, reports and performance indicators; identify trends and recommend actions.
• Coordinate first aid, emergency response, rescue and fire protection programs, including the readiness of first aid responders and required resources.
• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of the project’s environmental programs and controls.
• Maintain applicable management system and certification requirements, including ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and COR.
• Conduct internal audits at construction sites and facilities, support external audits, and coordinate follow-up actions.
• Coordinate with Workers’ Compensation representatives and other relevant bodies as required.
• Functionally coordinate with Operational Unit QHSE Managers and support corporate QHSE initiatives.
• Support QHSE documentation for project prequalification, bids and project start-up as required.
• Coordinate with the project quality team to support consistent application of the overall QHSE management system.

Skills

Leadership

Health & safety management

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Root cause analysis

Site coordination

Communication (English)

Documentation & reporting

Attention to detail

Physical site work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Engineering or related discipline

CRSP / NCSO or equivalent

COR certification knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Webuild is an international construction company of civil engineering pioneers who have been at the forefront of the construction business for 120 years. With over 92,000 employees worldwide representing more than 125 nationalities, we are a global player with Italian roots, specializing in complex infrastructure - innovative and sustainable works that improve lives. Over the past century, we’ve built some of the world's most iconic infrastructure projects.

At Webuild, our DNA is rooted in Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Trust, and Sustainable Innovation. Guided by these values, our mission is to protect the planet, care for our people, inspire progress, share prosperity, and spark partnerships. Together, we’re building a better future - responsibly, inclusively, and with purpose.

Position Summary

Reporting to the QHSE Director, the QHSE Manager will lead the implementation of health, safety and environmental requirements across project activities and construction sites. The role will focus primarily on health and safety, ensuring that work is planned and carried out in line with applicable legislation, project requirements and Company standards.

The role will also support the project’s broader QHSE management system and coordinate with the quality team, which manages quality activities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, monitoring and ongoing improvement of the project’s health, safety and environmental plans, procedures and programs.
• Ensure site activities meet the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, Company standards, client requirements and other applicable government requirements.
• Advise project management, supervisors and employees on health and safety requirements and practical risk controls.
• Identify project and worksite hazards and support the development of safe work procedures, Job Safety Analyses and other risk assessments.
• Conduct and document regular site inspections and safety checks; identify deficiencies, recommend corrective actions and verify their effectiveness.
• Coordinate health and safety aspects of site activities with construction teams, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Deliver and coordinate site orientation, project-specific H&S training, toolbox talks and other safety communications.
• Coordinate the project safety committee and support employee participation in health and safety initiatives.
• Record and investigate accidents, incidents and near misses; lead or support root cause analyses and ensure corrective and preventive actions are tracked to completion.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly H&S statistics, reports and performance indicators; identify trends and recommend actions.
• Coordinate first aid, emergency response, rescue and fire protection programs, including the readiness of first aid responders and required resources.
• Support the development, implementation and maintenance of the project’s environmental programs and controls.
• Maintain applicable management system and certification requirements, including ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and COR.
• Conduct internal audits at construction sites and facilities, support external audits, and coordinate follow-up actions.
• Coordinate with Workers’ Compensation representatives and other relevant bodies as required.
• Functionally coordinate with Operational Unit QHSE Managers and support corporate QHSE initiatives.
• Support QHSE documentation for project prequalification, bids and project start-up as required.
• Coordinate with the project quality team to support consistent application of the overall QHSE management system.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of five years in a lead health and safety role on major construction projects.
• Previous experience as a Health and Safety Manager or QHSE Manager in a construction or infrastructure environment.
• A valid occupational health and safety qualification, such as CRSP, NCSO through IHSA, or a demonstrated equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations, and their application in construction.
• Thorough understanding of COR requirements and certification processes.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental management systems, including ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and COR.
• Experience with construction risk assessment, incident investigation and root cause analysis techniques, such as TapRooT.
• Knowledge of construction methods and the risks associated with major infrastructure works.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to work effectively with employees, supervisors, contractors and project leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong reporting, data analysis, organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, observation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on a construction site and perform the physical activities required, including standing, walking, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, reaching and grasping.

Expected Compensation

Successful candidates chosen for this position can expect to earn between $120,000.00 CAD - $160,000.00 CAD. The exact salary you will earn within this range is dependent on the specific project to which you will be assigned to.

Why Choose Webuild?

• Competitive compensation & retirement savings – We offer a strong compensation package with an RRSP matching program (currently up to 4% for permanent employees).
• Iconic projects – Be part of major linear infrastructure projects that shape Canada’s future.
• Day-one coverage – Comprehensive group benefits start on your first day (for permanent roles working 20+ hours per week).
• Wellbeing support – Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program whenever you need it.
• Work-life balance – We actively encourage a healthy balance between work and personal life.
• Time to recharge – Vacation entitlement: 3–5 weeks annually, based on experience and in accordance with company policy and applicable employment standards.
• Grow with us – Tailored training and development opportunities to advance your career.
• Extra perks – Enjoy discounts like 20% off at GoodLife Fitness (currently available to Ontario employees through our group benefits provider, subject to change).

At Webuild, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation, strengthen teams, and lead to better outcomes. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ2S+ community. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.