Construction EH&S Manager: Safety Leader & Compliance

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company seeks an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Manager for diverse commercial projects in Texas and surrounding areas. This role ensures OSHA compliance, oversees safety training, incident investigations, and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Qualified candidates typically bring 3–20+ years in EH&S, a BS in EH&S or related field, and certifications such as OSHA 500, CHST, or ASP/GSP. Bilingual candidates are preferred for broader site coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in Environmental Health and Safety or related field.
• Minimum 3–20+ years of EH&S management experience, preferably in construction.
• Proficiency with OSHA regulations and environmental laws.
• Strong communication, training, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce safety programs in line with OSHA standards.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements across projects.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits; propose corrective actions.
• Lead safety training and incident investigations; track certifications.
• Promote sustainability practices and responsible waste management.
• Maintain records for audits and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Hazard identification

Emergency preparedness

Safety program development

Leadership

Communication

Training

Environmental management

Environmental sustainability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health and Safety (or related)

OSHA 500 Certification

CHST Certification

ASP/GSP Certification

CSP designation (preferred)

Bilingual (preferred)

Tools

EH&S management software

Job description

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company seeks an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety Manager for diverse commercial projects in Texas and surrounding areas. This role ensures OSHA compliance, oversees safety training, incident investigations, and environmental sustainability initiatives.

Qualified candidates typically bring 3–20+ years in EH&S, a BS in EH&S or related field, and certifications such as OSHA 500, CHST, or ASP/GSP. Bilingual candidates are preferred for broader site coverage.