EHS Manager: Incident-Free Safety Leader for Projects

Exyte; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Exyte US, Inc. is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to partner with project leadership and field teams to drive an Incident Free Workplace culture. You will compile EHS policies, manage safety personnel, and lead training and client-focused safety initiatives across projects.

The role requires a strong background in EHS construction management, certification, and the ability to implement safety programs and conduct audits, ensuring regulatory compliance and safe project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental or engineering fields preferred.
• Professional certification (CSP/CIH/CHMM/PE/STSC) required.
• 10–15+ years in EHS construction management.
• 5+ years in project scope (ATF, DTC, BLS).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organization and coordination abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with safety platforms (ACC, DMCS, Avetta, ISN, Veriforce, Highwire).

Responsibilities

• Advise project leadership and field personnel to ensure Incident Free Workplace culture.
• Develop and maintain EHS policies and procedures for compliance.
• Manage safety-related personnel and staffing.
• Identify training requirements for regional employees.
• Assist in implementing Global Best Practice and client presentations.
• Provide safety guidance to management on EHS issues.
• Support new work pursuits and project start-up.
• Design and implement safety programs to prevent unsafe conditions.
• Coordinate with client safety organizations and develop project safety plans.
• Audit Company workplaces for EHS compliance and report KPIs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organization & coordination

MS Office

Safety platforms familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/Environmental/Engineering/Chemistry

Professional certifications (CSP/CIH/CHMM/PE/CHST/STSC)

Tools

ACC/DMCS/Avetta/ISN/Veriforce/Highwire

Job description

Exyte US, Inc. is seeking an experienced EHS Manager to partner with project leadership and field teams to drive an Incident Free Workplace culture. You will compile EHS policies, manage safety personnel, and lead training and client-focused safety initiatives across projects.

The role requires a strong background in EHS construction management, certification, and the ability to implement safety programs and conduct audits, ensuring regulatory compliance and safe project execution.