Environment, Health and Safety Manager

Savi Ehs; California; On-site; USD 76,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

SAVI EHS is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety Manager to support a 12+ month construction project in Santa Clara, California. The role requires strong construction safety leadership, ability to manage site-level EHS operations, and collaboration with project leadership, subcontractors, and field personnel to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in construction safety, management experience, and active CSP or CHST certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction safety experience, including safety engineering or equivalent EHS work.
• Minimum of 3 years of team management or safety leadership experience.
• Active CSP certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily EHS operations on an active construction project.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine site inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments.
• Manage and mentor safety personnel while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with project management, superintendents, subcontractors, and field personnel to mitigate hazards.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety orientations, and required safety training.
• Maintain accurate EHS records and compliance documentation.

Skills

Safety leadership

OSHA knowledge

Incident investigation

Communication

Project coordination

Education

CSP

CHST

Job description

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

Pay Rate: $55–$60 per hour

Per Diem: GSA rate for applicable traveling candidates

Project Duration: 12+ Months

Employment Type: Full-Time | Contract / W-2

Position Overview

SAVI EHS is seeking an experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to support a 12+ month construction project in Santa Clara, California. Our client, a nationally recognized general contractor, is seeking a qualified safety professional with strong construction safety experience, leadership capabilities, and the ability to effectively manage site-level EHS operations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach to safety management, strong communication skills, and experience working alongside project leadership, subcontractors, and field personnel to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily EHS operations on an active construction project.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, Cal/OSHA, federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Develop, implement, and enforce site-specific safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine site inspections, safety audits, and hazard assessments.
• Manage and mentor safety personnel while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with project management, superintendents, subcontractors, and field personnel to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action initiatives.
• Review and manage Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and other project safety documentation.
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety orientations, and required safety training.
• Maintain accurate EHS records, reports, and compliance documentation.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following qualification pathways:

Option 1 – CSP Qualified

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant construction safety, safety engineering, or equivalent EHS experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of team management or safety leadership experience.
• Must hold an active Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

Option 2 – Experience-Based Qualification

• Minimum of 10 years of construction safety experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of team management or safety leadership experience.
• Must hold an active Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification or recognized local equivalent.

Additional Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA construction safety regulations.
• Demonstrated experience managing safety programs and personnel on active construction sites.
• Ability to effectively communicate with project leadership, subcontractors, and field teams.
• Strong organizational, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in incident investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action management.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a consistent presence in the field.