Environmental Safety & Health (ESH) Manager

STO Building Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking a senior ESH professional to implement corporate, field, and office safety policies across project sites.

You will manage safety programs, ensure OSHA/MSHA/EPA compliance, and deliver training through Safety 360 while coaching diverse teams.

Applicants should have 5+ years of ESH experience, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to improve safety processes and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of ESH experience.
• Experience with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.
• Accreditations preferred: CHST, ASP, CSP, ICRA.
• CCIP experience preferred.
• Basic Spanish language communication preferred.
• Industrial hygiene knowledge and best practices.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Strong problem-solving, organization, attention to detail, and process improvement.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to coach and delegate.

Responsibilities

• Champion “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external partners, and customers.
• Uphold “Constructing with Integrity” by upholding honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Manage safety programs on all assigned projects, including CCIP and risk management initiatives.
• Provide regulatory and policy review, interpretation, and technical guidance.
• Review audit summaries, daily observations, and injury statistics to identify risks and propose structured safety programs.
• Share data with VP of Safety and Regional Safety Managers to develop corporate safety trends.
• Assist leadership in monitoring new legislation affecting safety policies and propose updates.
• Monitor workers’ compensation issues on assigned projects.
• Conduct incident review meetings with project teams and subcontractors to reinforce accident prevention.
• Oversee monthly audit program to ensure compliance and program effectiveness.
• Implement training to support Safety 360 and ensure subcontractor OSHA/MSHA compliance.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings to address project-specific safety needs.
• Ensure accurate, prompt accident reporting and preventive measures.
• Support injury management, focusing on proper medical care and cost control.
• Develop, implement, and oversee project-specific safety programs.
• Supervise safe behavior of all craft workers and employees on assigned projects.
• Interface with SBU leaders, site supervision, subcontractor management, and government agencies (OSHA, EPA, MSHA).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

OSHA knowledge

MSHA knowledge

DOT regulations

EPA regulations

CCIP experience

Spanish language

Industrial hygiene

Verbal & written communication

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Teams

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for implementing corporate, field, and office ESH policies and procedures across assigned business units and/or project sites.

Summary

Responsible for implementing corporate, field, and office ESH policies and procedures across assigned business units and/or project sites.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Champion “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external partners, and customers.
• Ensure “Constructing with Integrity” by upholding honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Manage safety programs on all assigned projects, including CCIP and other complex risk management initiatives.
• Provide regulatory and policy review, interpretation, and technical guidance.
• Recommend improvements and conduct technical reviews of ESH tools, processes, policies, and training.
• Review audit summaries, daily observations, and injury statistics to identify risks and propose structured safety programs.
• Share data with VP of Safety and Regional Safety Managers to develop corporate safety trends.
• Assist leadership in monitoring new legislation affecting safety policies and propose updates.
• Monitor workers’ compensation issues on assigned projects.
• Conduct incident review meetings with project teams and subcontractors to reinforce accident prevention.
• Oversee monthly audit program to ensure compliance and program effectiveness.
• Implement training to support Safety 360 and ensure subcontractor OSHA/MSHA compliance.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings to address project‑specific safety needs.
• Ensure accurate, prompt accident reporting and preventive measures.
• Support injury management, focusing on proper medical care and cost control.
• Develop, implement, and oversee project‑specific safety programs.
• Supervise safe behavior of all craft workers and employees on assigned projects.
• Interface with SBU leaders, site supervision, subcontractor management, and government agencies (OSHA, EPA, MSHA).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of ESH experience required.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, EPA regulations.
• Accreditations preferred: CHST, ASP, CSP, ICRA.
• Previous CCIP Experience Preferred.
• Basic Spanish language communication preferred.
• Industrial hygiene knowledge and best practices.
• Skilled communicator—verbal and written presentations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Strong in problem-solving, organization, attention to detail, and process improvement.
• Strong interpersonal skills; proven ability to work with diverse teams and develop team members through coaching and delegation.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt
• Time Away Benefits
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Group Legal
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

EEO Statement

Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Us

Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor, delivering predictable outcomes in commercial construction since 1953. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Layton operates from 16 strategic offices across the United States, employing more than 1,500 construction professionals who serve diverse markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi‑unit residential.

Founded on the core values of honesty, unity, safety, and quality, Layton has built a reputation for excellence in complex project delivery while maintaining strong partnerships with clients, architects, and trade partners nationwide.

The STO Building Group family of companies —Structure Tone, Structure Tone Southwest, Pavarini Construction Co., Pavarini McGovern, LF Driscoll, Govan Brown, Ajax Building Company, BCCI Construction, Layton Construction, Abbott Construction, and RC Andersen— includes over 4,000 employees located in offices throughout the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland. We provide a complete range of construction services, from site selection analysis, design constructability review and aesthetic enhancements to interior fit‑outs, new building construction, and building infrastructure upgrades and modernization. Learn more about how we partner with our clients to imagine, execute, and realize our vision at stobuildinggroup.com.

Layton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.