Pre-Construction EHS Strategist

Kenton Black; Maynooth; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black is seeking an experienced EHS Advisor to join an international construction organisation in Maynooth, Ireland, supporting pre-construction activities across Europe. The role focuses on embedding health, safety, and environmental considerations into early project planning and design decisions.

You will influence bids, design reviews, procurement strategies and project planning, ensuring risk is identified early and mitigated before construction begins.

Qualifications

• Degree in Health & Safety required.
• NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in construction, engineering or industrial projects.
• Experience supporting pre-construction and planning phases.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation and standards.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion a proactive EHS culture throughout the pre-construction process.
• Provide EHS input into bid submissions, tenders and project planning.
• Review designs to identify and mitigate construction and operational risks.
• Support Design Risk Management and Prevention Through Design principles.
• Develop project-specific EHS strategies, objectives and plans.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, client requirements and internal standards.

Education

Degree in Health & Safety

NEBOSH Diploma

Construction/Engineering Management

Job description

Kenton Black is seeking an experienced EHS Advisor to join an international construction organisation in Maynooth, Ireland, supporting pre-construction activities across Europe. The role focuses on embedding health, safety, and environmental considerations into early project planning and design decisions.

You will influence bids, design reviews, procurement strategies and project planning, ensuring risk is identified early and mitigated before construction begins.