Advisor, EHS

Aecon Concessions; Mineral (VA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Paid Vacation

Wellness subsidy

Tuition Reimbursement

Green Home Energy Benefit

Job summary

Aecon is seeking an EH&S Advisor for its US automotive project sites. You will provide health and safety guidance to project teams, audit EH&S programs, and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety.

The role requires 5+ years in construction safety, OSHA certifications, and strong leadership and communication skills. Aecon offers comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of EH&S management experience in the construction industry.
• Degree in Occupational Safety or related field preferred.
• OSHA 30 Construction Industry Outreach and OSHA 510 Standards required.
• A recognized safety certification (CSP/ASP, etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enforce Company Safety Policies and regulatory standards.
• Train staff on conventional safety procedures.
• Track and report safety-related statistics and incidents.
• Manage Return to Work and modified duties at field level.
• Conduct EH&S inspections, investigations, and documentation.
• Support field activities and our Human Performance program.

Skills

EH&S management

Safety training

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Safety audits

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Risk assessment

Contractor safety

Education

Degree in Occupational Safety

OSHA 30 Construction Industry Outreach

OSHA 510 Construction Industry Standards

CSP/ASP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety Management System

NFPA 70E knowledge

CSA Z462 knowledge

Job description

Date: Jul 22, 2026

Location: Mineral, VA, US

Operating Sector: Safety

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.

• 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, and partnerships with Veteran groups, 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 is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience – transforming vision into reality. We offer a full spectrum of nuclear services for refurbishment, maintenance, new build, decommissioning, modularization, and fabrication to power a sustainable future.

Our nuclear sector plays an important role in extending the life of existing nuclear stations and executing the next generation of nuclear new builds leveraging a similar fleet execution strategy. From our work delivering the two largest refurbishment projects (Savannah River nuclear station and North Anna Power Station) in North America to deploying the first grid-scale SMR in the western world. We continue moving forward with a strategic focus on decarbonizing energy systems in support of a net zero future.

At Aecon U.S, we are always looking for exceptional talent to join our team and work on growing project portfolios. We are actively recruiting for an EH&S Advisor to support our automotive project sites across the US.

Reporting to the EH&S Director, the EH&S Advisor will be responsible for providing health and safety advice and assistance to their respective project team.The EH&S Advisor will audit the Project EH&S Programs and work with the line organization to develop corrective actions with the goal of continuously improving health and safety in the workplace.

Citizenship Requirement

This position requires access to nuclear facilities and information governed by U.S. federal regulations. As a result, applicants must be U.S. citizens to meet eligibility and security clearance requirements.

What You'll Do Here

• Promote, educate, and reinforce Company Safety Policies and Regulatory Standards
• Train project staff in the requirements of conventional safety procedures
• Track and report safety-related statistics
• Manage Return to Work, Modified duties cases at the field level
• Complete and document EH&S field inspections, observations, and incident investigation reports
• Ensure proper case management for any work-related injuries or illness
• Support field activities
• Support our Human Performance program

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 5 years of EH&S management experience within the construction industry
• Degree in Occupational Safety, or related field (Preferred)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience conducting safety related activities including, not limited to
• Construction Safety Orientation
• Construction Safety Audits
• Implementing countermeasures for systemic problems that did not minimize risk or that lead to illness/injuries
• Formally tracking and reporting illness/injury data to project leadership
• Leading construction safety meetings with trade workers, project engineers/management, construction safety professionals, etc.
• A team player that accepts and can manage change regularly
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of applicable consensus standards i.e. NFPA 70E/CSA Z462
• Required:
• OSHA 30 Construction Industry Outreach Program (U.S.)
• OSHA 510 Construction Industry Standards (U.S.)
• A recognized, independent third-party safety certification. Examples: CSP/ASP, SMS, CHST, STSC, CSHO, CSHT, CRSP, etc.
• OSHA 500 Construction Industry Train the Trainer (indicates the ability to communicate safety information to others) (U.S.)
• Experience developing or improving a construction safety management system or process:
• Writing a contractor safety manual, Site Specific Safety Plan, etc.
• Developing a process for JSA review and approval
• Developing a construction safety orientation program
• Developing a site audit program
• Implementing a line-side management review process for safety
• Experience leading successful interactions with any Federal//State inspections, e.g. OSHA, State programs, Fire Marshall, etc.

Hourly Range & Benefits

Benefits Include:

Health Insurance Benefits (Comprehensive Plan- Dental/Medical/Vision)
401K (comprehensive match plan)
Paid Vacation - (vacation/wellness days)
Health and Wellness Home Benefit - (wellness subsidy for fitness/health)
Tuition Reimbursement - (strong career growth support for approved degrees, diplomas and courses)
Green Home Energy Benefit ( A subsidy that can be used for approved green home energy expenses)

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Aecon is committed to ensuring all job postings are compliant with all applicable laws. Any candidate who has a concern regarding the contents of this or any other job posting can email [e-mail].