Director - EHS

Skanska USA; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Competitive bonus program

401(k) with company match

Employee ownership program

Job summary

Skanska USA is looking for a dynamic Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Director in Portland, Oregon. This role will be crucial in integrating EHS services into business practices and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

The EHS Director will manage regional activities related to environmental health and safety, working closely with various stakeholders, including project managers and senior leaders. The position requires at least 10 years of relevant experience and OSHA 30 certification.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a competitive bonus program.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in safety hazard identification and control.
• 10+ years of experience in a safety role with communication across all levels.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• 2+ years of experience managing direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Integrate EHS services into business practices.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee regional EHS activities.
• Interact with EHS staff and managers.
• Manage projects requiring full-time EHS Directors.

Skills

Identification of safety hazards

Communication with employees

Written communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Word

Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook

Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, safety management, engineering, or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Director. The position focuses on integrating EHS services into business practices and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The EHS Director will oversee all OU/Regional business activities related to environmental health & safety services, interacting with EHS staff, superintendents, project managers, and senior operating unit leaders.

Responsibilities

• Integrate environmental health & safety services into business practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee all OU/Regional business activities related to environmental health & safety services.
• Interact directly with EHS staff, superintendents, project managers, project executives, area safety directors, operating unit EVP’s and general managers.
• Manage projects, including full‑time EHS Director roles for larger projects.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a role assigned to the identification of safety hazards and recommending appropriate controls.
• 10+ years of experience in a safety role that required communication with employees at all levels in a construction environment.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• 2+ years of experience managing direct reports.
• Strong written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, safety management, engineering, or equivalent, OR 10 years of safety experience.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a competitive bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee ownership program, and resources to support physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.

Background Check

Background check required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skanska is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, citizenship, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Employment Sponsorship

Currently, the company is not considering applicants for this position who now or in the future require employment sponsorship.