EHS Manager

Balfour Beatty plc; London (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Kentucky is seeking a Region Environmental, Health, and Safety Manager. The role requires overseeing EHS programs and ensuring compliance with safety regulations in a heavy civil construction environment. Candidates must have extensive experience, a relevant degree, and prefer certifications in EHS. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to lead safety initiatives across operations.

Qualifications

• 8-15+ years of experience in heavy civil construction with leadership responsibility.
• Proficiency in incident tracking software and EHS management systems.
• Valid US Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the EHS Program ensuring compliance with standards.
• Develop and track health and safety training programs.
• Conduct site audits and inspections.

Skills

Environmental Health and Safety Regulations

Leadership

Incident Management

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related field

CSP, CIH, CHST, ASP, or equivalent certifications

Tools

EHS management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

As an industry leader Balfour Beattyoffers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitivesalaries and more including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays

Job Title:

Region Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager

Reports To:

Region/Division Vice President

Position Summary

The Region EHS Manager leads the strategic development and implementation of Environmental, Health, and Safety programs within the assigned region/division. This position oversees regional compliance with regulatory requirements, drives safety performance improvement, and ensures alignment with company-wide EHS initiatives. The Manager manages a team of EHS professionals to promote a proactive, high-performing safety culture across all operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the EHS Program for the region, ensuring alignment with company-wide standards and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and environmental regulations including OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, DOL, and state-specific agencies.
• Lead, develop, and manage regional EHS staff, including project-level safety professionals.
• Manage regional EHS budgets, resources, and vendor relationships.
• Conduct site audits and inspections across regional operations.
• Develop, implement, and track health and safety training programs and orientation processes.
• Direct the management of workers’ compensation and auto claims from initiation through resolution, including mediation and commission hearings.
• Coordinate incident investigations, root cause analyses, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Develop regional safety and health goals, and coordinate with leadership for execution and follow-up.
• Represent the company with clients, vendors, subcontractors, joint ventures, and industry stakeholders to promote safety excellence.
• Maintain EHS data and performance metrics and generate reports for executive leadership.
• Lead industrial hygiene monitoring and environmental compliance initiatives.
• Serve as liaison with insurers, such as Zurich and Willis Towers Watson, to address risk and loss control measures.
• Manage regional programs such as DOT compliance, substance abuse testing, Work Steps, and Building Star.
• Participate in and host safety-related internal and external meetings, trainings, and conferences.
• Support regulatory inspection management and agency engagement (e.g., OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA).
• Lead internal development of health and safety policies, procedures, and programs.
• Collaborate with HR, Legal, IT, Risk Management, Finance, Communications, and other business functions.
• Maintain certifications and continuing education requirements relevant to the position.
• Participate in national and regional safety committees, industry organizations, and regulatory forums.
• Host and manage the annual regional EHS Conference and other recurring leadership events.
• Track and support company-wide initiatives using centralized tools and reporting systems.
• Serve as key contact for internal and external communications on safety performance and initiatives.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• 8-15+ years’ experience in highway, bridge and heavy civil construction with significant leadership responsibility.
• Preferred a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent industry experience)
• Preferred certifications: CSP, CIH, CHST, ASP, CHMM, OSHA 500/510, First Aid/CPR, HAZWOPER
• Proficiency in EHS management systems, incident tracking software, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Valid US Driver’s License

Physical Requirements

• Ability to visit and inspect active construction sites, including walking, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25–50 lbs. as needed.
• Ability to wear required PPE (hard hat, safety boots, high-visibility vest, gloves, fall protection, respirator) if required.
• Ability to travel frequently (stay overnight occasionally)to job sites, regional locations, and training events (up to 50% depending on scope).

About us

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way.Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.

Accessibility:If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact HumanResources at:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

View your Equal Employment Opportunity rights under the law: