Environment, Health and Safety Manager

SAVI EHS; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAVI EHS is hiring an Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager to oversee electrical substation work in Richmond, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of construction EHS experience, preferably in high-voltage environments. Responsibilities include daily EHS leadership, ensuring OSHA compliance, leading job safety analyses, and maintaining a proactive safety culture. Required certifications include OSHA 30-Hour Construction. A strong understanding of electrical safety practices is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction EHS experience dealing with electrical.
• Direct experience working in high-voltage electrical substations strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of hazard recognition and control methods for electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily on-site EHS leadership for construction and electrical activities.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart V.
• Lead daily Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and Pre-Task Planning (PTP) meetings.

Skills

Construction EHS experience

Ability to read one-line diagrams

Hazard recognition and control methods

Independent safety authority

Job description

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Electrical Substation (Qualified Person)

Project Duration: 3 Months (Starting May)

Location: Richmond, VA (Downtown)

Position Overview

This role will serve as the on-site EHS Supervisor supporting electrical substation work, with a strong emphasis on electrical safety oversight and compliance with OSHA Subpart V requirements. The position requires a qualified electrical professional capable of independently overseeing crews, identifying system voltages, and ensuring safe work practices around energized equipment.

The ideal candidate will bring experience working in or around high‑voltage substations and demonstrate the ability to lead safety efforts in a highly regulated, high‑risk environment.

Key Responsibilities / Duties

• Provide daily on‑site EHS leadership for all construction and electrical activities
• Serve as the designated qualified electrical supervisor overseeing crew safety
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart V (Electric Power Transmission & Distribution)
• Oversee work within energized substations independent of owner representation
• Identify system voltages using one‑line diagrams and communicate hazards effectively
• Enforce and maintain Minimum Approach Distances (MAD) from energized conductors
• Lead daily Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and Pre‑Task Planning (PTP) meetings
• Monitor high‑risk work activities including energized work, LOTO, and confined space (as applicable)
• Ensure proper use of PPE, insulated tools, and protective equipment for electrical work
• Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and field observations
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
• Maintain site access control including badging and gate security responsibilities
• Coordinate closely with project leadership and client representatives to ensure safe operations
• Promote a proactive safety culture through field engagement and workforce interaction

Preferred Experience & Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction EHS experience dealing with electrical
• Direct experience working in high‑voltage electrical substations strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one‑line diagrams
• Experience overseeing electrical crews in energized environments
• Strong understanding of hazard recognition and control methods for electrical work
• Ability to work independently as the primary on‑site safety authority

Certifications – Required

• OSHA 30‑Hour Construction
• Demonstrated competency in OSHA 1926 Subpart V requirements

Certifications – Preferred

• NFPA 70E Training
• First Aid / CPR / AED
• Electrical Safety Training (Substation or Utility‑specific)