ES&H Program Lead – Construction Safety & Compliance

Socket.dev; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Layton Construction seeks an experienced ESH professional to implement corporate, field, and office safety policies across multiple U.S. project sites.

You will lead safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide incident prevention efforts, working with subcontractors and internal teams. The role requires a Bachelor's in ESH or related field and 5+ years' experience, with strong knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.

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.

Responsibilities

• Champion The Layton Way by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external partners, and customers.
• Uphold safety culture across project sites and subcontractors.
• Manage safety programs on all assigned projects, including CCIP and other risk initiatives.
• Provide regulatory and policy review, interpretation, and technical guidance.
• Recommend improvements and conduct reviews of ESH tools, processes, policies, and training.
• Review audit summaries, observations, and injury statistics to identify risks and propose structured safety programs.
• Share data with leadership 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 and reinforce accident prevention.
• Oversee monthly audit program for compliance and effectiveness.
• Implement training to support Safety 360 and 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

5+ years ESH experience

OSHA regulations

MSHA regulations

DOT regulations

EPA regulations

Industrial hygiene

Accreditations (CHST, ASP, CSP, ICRA)

CCIP experience

Spanish language (basic)

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Job description

Layton Construction seeks an experienced ESH professional to implement corporate, field, and office safety policies across multiple U.S. project sites.

You will lead safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide incident prevention efforts, working with subcontractors and internal teams. The role requires a Bachelor's in ESH or related field and 5+ years' experience, with strong knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.