EHS Safety Leader – Build Proactive Safety Culture

Aecon; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 114,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon is seeking a Manager, Safety to lead EHS programs across utility construction operations in North America. The role focuses on driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA 70E, and Aecon standards, and supporting operational excellence through effective risk management.

You will work with project teams, field leadership, clients, and subcontractors to champion best practices and safeguard workers and communities while advancing the company’s Safety

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience coordinating and managing health and safety for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; CSP/CUSP within six months.
• Knowledge of OHSA and construction safety standards.
• Experience delivering EHS training programs to individuals and groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety strategy across Aecon project sites and utility construction operations.
• Develop a proactive safety culture through leadership engagement and safety committees.
• Provide project/site safety training and orientation to workers, owners, and clients.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and regulatory reviews; identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Lead investigations of workplace injuries and near misses to determine root causes.
• Oversee OSHA-required programs, recordkeeping, training, reporting, and inspections.

Skills

Health and safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP)

Tools

Cority

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aecon is seeking a Manager, Safety to lead EHS programs across utility construction operations in North America. The role focuses on driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA 70E, and Aecon standards, and supporting operational excellence through effective risk management.

You will work with project teams, field leadership, clients, and subcontractors to champion best practices and safeguard workers and communities while advancing the company’s Safety