EHS Manager

Congruex; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401(k) Match

Flexible PTO

Holidays

Disability

Maternity Leave

Life Insurance

Safety Boots

Safety Points

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Congruex is seeking an experienced EHS Manager in Augusta, GA to lead environmental, health, and safety programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and a proactive safety culture across our projects. You will coordinate safety initiatives, deliver employee training, and oversee HSE reporting and inspections while supporting field operations.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in EHS leadership, strong knowledge of OSHA/EPA/DOT regulations, and experience in industrial construction, underground

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in an EHS Manager or related safety leadership role
• 2–3 years of experience delivering HSE training within the industrial construction industry
• Minimum of 3 years of underground utility construction experience
• Civil underground utility and/or outside plant (OSP) construction experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, EPA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and their application to construction operations

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage comprehensive EHS programs
• Coordinate EHS activities with Congruex customers and support safety initiatives
• Promote a positive safety culture focused on Incident Free philosophy
• Plan, direct, and conduct safety assessments of sites and offices
• Develop and deliver HSE training including OSHA 10/30, DOT, DF Workplace, confined space
• Conduct employee safety orientations and ongoing training
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with HSE requirements
• Lead incident investigations and ensure proper case management
• Advise employees on hazards, safety concerns, and near-miss incidents
• Interpret OSHA, EPA, DOT regulations and communicate requirements
• Prepare HSE reports, metrics, and incident trend analyses
• Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and maintain records
• Maintain training records and OSHA documentation
• Recommend corrective actions for HSE violations
• Travel domestically as needed
• Additional duties within scope as required

Skills

EHS Leadership

Safety Training

Regulatory Compliance

Incident Investigation

Construction Safety

Risk Assessment

Training Delivery

Communication

Documentation

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Driver's License

OSHA 500 Certification (preferred)

Associate Degree in Safety/OSH (preferred)

CHST (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location: Augusta, GA

Title: EHS Manager

Reports To: Director of Safety

Travel Potential: Potential for Domestic Travel

Compensation: $95,000 - $115,000 Annually

Company Profile

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

Job Summary

Build a Career. Build What Matters.

As the EHS Manager, you will ultimately be responsible for leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a proactive safety culture across Congruex. You will coordinate safety initiatives, deliver employee training, and oversee compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements while supporting field operations. As the EHS Manager, your customers are Congruex leadership, employees, subcontractors, clients, and regulatory agencies, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through safety leadership, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities (Including, But Not Limited To)

• Administer and manage comprehensive environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs to promote safe work practices and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate EHS activities with Congruex customers and support all safety initiatives across operations
• Promote a positive safety culture centered on the Incident Free philosophy
• Plan, direct, and conduct periodic safety assessments of construction sites and office locations
• Develop, organize, and deliver HSE training programs including Drug-Free Workplace (DFWP), confined space, trench and excavation safety, First Aid, CPR, Competent Person, OSHA 10- and 30-hour training, and DOT compliance
• Conduct employee safety orientations and ongoing safety education programs
• Monitor subcontractor and sub-tier subcontractor compliance with applicable HSE requirements
• Lead and support incident investigations while ensuring structured incident case management practices are consistently followed
• Train and advise employees regarding HSE regulations, risk assessments, and safe work practices
• Interpret OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations and communicate requirements throughout the organization
• Prepare, review, and submit required HSE reports, performance metrics, and incident trend analyses
• Advise employees regarding hazardous conditions, safety concerns, and near-miss incidents
• Facilitate Safety Committee meetings and manage meeting documentation and action items
• Maintain employee training records and OSHA-required documentation
• Recommend corrective and disciplinary actions related to HSE violations when appropriate
• Travel domestically as business needs require
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Required Qualifications

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license
• OSHA 500 Certification preferred
• Associate degree in Occupational Safety and Health preferred
• Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST) preferred

Experience

• 5–10 years of experience in an EHS Manager or related safety leadership role
• 2–3 years of experience delivering HSE training within the industrial construction industry
• Minimum of 3 years of underground utility construction experience
• Civil underground utility and/or outside plant (OSP) construction experience preferred
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910, OSHA 29 CFR 1926, EPA, DOT, and other applicable safety regulations
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and their application to construction operations

Skills And Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all organizational levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make independent decisions and implement corrective actions
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other business software
• Ability to work effectively in both office and active construction environments
• Ability to navigate stairs, ladders, rough terrain, confined spaces, heights, and industrial work environments
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as business needs requireExperience with trench and excavation safety, shoring, confined space, traffic control, and DOT compliance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while promoting a proactive safety culture

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
• Associate degree in Occupational Safety and Health
• OSHA 500 Certification
• Experience supporting telecommunications, utility, or industrial construction operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel domestically as business needs require
• Ability to conduct field safety inspections at active construction sites
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and navigate uneven terrain for extended periods
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor construction environments under varying weather conditions
• Ability to access confined spaces, elevated work areas, and active industrial or construction work environments
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as operational needs require

Congruex Culture & Benefits

Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.