Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Manager

JP Government Solutions; Central (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JP Government Solutions is seeking an EHS Manager to lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental, health, and safety programs for turnkey EPC projects involving two large central chiller plants. The role ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, and local AHJ requirements through all project phases.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in environmental health and safety or a related field, 7–10 years of EHS experience on large industrial or commercial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project-Specific Environmental Health & Safety Plan (EHSP)
• Enforce OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910 & 1926) and applicable Texas safety regulations
• Lead hazard identification, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Safe Work Method Statements
• Oversee site safety for high-risk activities including heavy lifts, crane operations, confined spaces, hot work, and electrical work
• Ensure compliance with EPA, TCEQ, and local environmental regulations including SWPPP and SPCC plans
• Conduct site-specific safety orientations and deliver ongoing safety training and toolbox talksReview and approve subcontractor safety programs and environmental plans
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, logs, permits, and records and prepare weekly/monthly performance reports

Job description

The EHS Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing all environmental, health, and safety programs for the turnkey engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover of two 21,000-ton central chiller plants. This role ensures compliance with OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, local AHJ requirements, and owner safety standards throughout all project phases.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project-Specific Environmental Health & Safety Plan (EHSP)
• Enforce OSHA standards (29 CFR 1910 & 1926) and applicable Texas safety regulations
• Lead hazard identification, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Safe Work Method Statements
• Oversee site safety for high-risk activities including heavy lifts, crane operations, confined spaces, hot work, and electrical work
• Ensure compliance with EPA, TCEQ, and local environmental regulations including SWPPP and SPCC plans
• Conduct site-specific safety orientations and deliver ongoing safety training and toolbox talksReview and approve subcontractor safety programs and environmental plans
• Maintain accurate EHS documentation, logs, permits, and records and prepare weekly/monthly performance reports

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 7–10 years of EHS experience on large industrial or commercial construction projects
• Proven experience supporting turnkey or EPC projects involving mechanical, electrical, and heavy equipment installation
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, TCEQ, NFPA, and local Texas AHJ requirements
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required
• CSP, ASP, CHST, or equivalent safety certification preferred
• Experience with central utility plants, chiller plants, or large MEP infrastructure preferred