Environmental Health & Safety Manager

Techno Consult; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,656 - 123,984; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) retirement plan with employer  

Health, dental, life and vision

Flexible paid time off

FSA/Transit benefits

Bonus incentives

Professional growth

Profit-sharing opportunities

Job summary

Techno Consult Engineering, PC (Techno) is seeking a Safety Lead to provide daily safety leadership on active construction sites. You will monitor operations for regulatory compliance, perform risk assessments, and lead incident investigations to drive corrective actions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in EH&S or related field and at least 5 years in construction safety, with strong OSHA knowledge and on-site availability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EH&S or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of EHS experience on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and hazard mitigation.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in active construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily safety leadership and oversight for ongoing construction activities on-site.
• Monitor field operations to verify compliance with project safety requirements, environmental controls, permits, and regulatory obligations.
• Perform site inspections, safety evaluations, and risk assessments to identify hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Review work plans, activity hazard analyses, permits, and task-specific safety documentation prior to construction activities.
• Work closely with contractors, supervisors, and project stakeholders to reinforce safe work practices and maintain compliance expectations.
• Lead incident investigations, near-miss reviews, and corrective action implementation efforts.
• Facilitate safety meetings, new worker orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized training sessions.
• Track safety metrics and prepare reports documenting inspections, observations, incidents, and corrective measures.
• Support emergency preparedness planning and participate in drills and response exercises.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety awareness, accountability, and workforce engagement.
• Serve as a visible safety leader in the field, helping foster a culture where safety remains a core project value.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

On-site work readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

What You'll Do

• Provide daily safety leadership and oversight for ongoing construction activities within an active industrial facility.
• Monitor field operations to verify compliance with project safety requirements, environmental controls, permits, and regulatory obligations.
• Perform site inspections, safety evaluations, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Review work plans, activity hazard analyses, permits, and task‑specific safety documentation prior to construction activities.
• Work closely with contractors, supervisors, and project stakeholders to reinforce safe work practices and maintain compliance expectations.
• Lead incident investigations, near‑miss reviews, and corrective action implementation efforts.
• Facilitate safety meetings, new worker orientations, toolbox talks, and specialized training sessions.
• Track safety metrics and prepare reports documenting inspections, observations, incidents, and corrective measures.
• Support emergency preparedness planning and participate in drills and response exercises.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen safety awareness, accountability, and workforce engagement.
• Serve as a visible safety leader in the field, helping foster a culture where safety remains a core project value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Safety Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of environmental health and safety experience supporting construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety practices, and hazard mitigation techniques.
• Experience supporting infrastructure, utility, industrial, water, wastewater, or heavy civil construction projects.
• Familiarity with high‑risk activities such as confined space entry, excavation, mechanical construction, energized systems, and heavy equipment operations.
• OSHA 30 certification required.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain detailed documentation and compliance records.
• Ability to work full‑time on‑site within an active construction and operational environment.
• Experience working on projects involving treatment facilities, utility infrastructure, process systems, or industrial operations.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CHST, CIH, ASP, or equivalent are beneficial.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation range for this position is between $60-$90/hr. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

WHY CHOOSE US?

• Competitive salary
• 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match
• Health, dental, life and vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off
• FSA/Transit benefits
• Bonus incentives
• Professional growth
• Potential profit‑sharing opportunities

About Techno

Around for 25 years, Techno Consult Engineering, PC (Techno) is a rapidly growing engineering and construction management firm shaping the future of infrastructure across the Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic. We deliver impactful water/wastewater, transportation, and public works projects for clients including NYCDDC, NYCDEP, and the Port Authority of NY & NJ. With offices in New York City, Princeton, Massachusetts, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, we combine technical expertise, a commitment to quality, and strong client partnerships to deliver innovative solutions and build resilient communities.

Techno Consult Engineering, PC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.