Environment, Health and Safety Manager

SAVI EHS; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle Allowance

Gas Card

Job summary

SAVI EHS is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to support a large-scale pharmaceutical construction project in Durham, North Carolina.

This role partners with project leadership, trade partners, and client representatives to oversee site-wide safety compliance, conduct risk assessments, and promote a proactive safety culture across all construction phases. Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction EHS experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences or regulated construction preferred.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction Standards.
• Experience on large commercial or mission-critical projects.
• OSHA 30 required; OSHA 510 and OSHA 500 preferred.
• Certifications: CHST, STSC, ASP, CSP or BCSP preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and digital safety platforms.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety compliance for all construction activities
• Conduct daily site inspections, audits, and safety observations
• Review DHAs, JHAs, and Pre-Task Plans
• Monitor subcontractor OSHA/regulatory compliance
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations and corrective actions
• Support high-risk operations including cranes, rigging, excavation, fall protection, confined space, electrical work
• Deliver site safety orientations, toolbox talks, and training
• Verify worker qualifications and training
• Track leading and lagging safety indicators
• Partner with project leadership to maintain injury-free workplace
• Serve as liaison between client, project team, and safety reps

Skills

Construction EHS

OSHA 1926

OSHA 30

OSHA 510

OSHA 500

BCSP certs

Communication

Leadership

MS Office

Tools

Digital safety platforms

Job description

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Pharmaceutical Construction

SAVI EHS – Durham, North Carolina (On-Site) Direct Hire to Client

Compensation

• $120,000 - $130,000 Annual Salary
• Vehicle Allowance
• Gas Card

Employment Type

• Full-Time | W-2 Position
• Immediate Start

Position Overview

SAVI EHS is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to support a large-scale pharmaceutical construction project in Durham, North Carolina.

This position will work closely with project leadership, trade partners, and client representatives to oversee site-wide safety compliance and drive a proactive safety culture throughout all phases of construction. Candidates with previous pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, cleanroom, or highly regulated manufacturing construction experience are strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate will have a strong construction safety background, experience managing multiple subcontractors, and the ability to support a fast-paced project while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Environmental, Health, and Safety compliance for all construction activities
• Conduct documented daily site inspections, audits, and safety observations
• Review and participate in Daily Hazard Analyses (DHAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Pre-Task Plans (PTPs)
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with OSHA regulations, client requirements, and site-specific safety plans
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions
• Support high-risk operations including crane activities, rigging, excavation, fall protection, confined space entry, and electrical work
• Deliver site-specific safety orientations, toolbox talks, and safety training
• Verify worker qualifications, certifications, and training requirements
• Track and analyze leading and lagging safety indicators
• Partner with project leadership to maintain an injury-free workplace and strong safety culture
• Serve as a liaison between the client, project team, and trade partner safety representatives

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction EHS experience
• Previous pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, semiconductor, or highly regulated manufacturing construction experience strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction Standards
• Experience supporting large commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects
• OSHA 30 required
• OSHA 510 preferred
• OSHA 500 preferred
• CHST, STSC, ASP, CSP, or other BCSP certification preferred
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital safety management platforms

Preferred Experience

• Pharmaceutical facility construction
• Cleanroom construction
• Biotechnology manufacturing facilities
• GMP-regulated environments
• Mechanical, electrical, and process utility installations
• Commissioning and startup activities
• Contractor and subcontractor safety management