Health & Safety Manager

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid health, dental, and life

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Langan Engineering & Environmental Services in California seeks a Health and Safety Manager to lead H&S programs, develop training, and review safety plans for clients and projects. You will conduct site inspections, manage incident reporting, and oversee corporate training records while collaborating across functions to enhance the firm’s safety program.

The role requires 10+ years in H&S, relevant certifications, and ability to travel to various sites; strong communication and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Safety Management, Environmental Science or related H&S field.
• 10+ years of H&S experience.
• Experience training employees on H&S policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop H&S policies and procedures; conduct training programs.
• Inspect job sites to identify hazards and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage drug and alcohol testing program; track incidents and near-misses.
• Investigate incidents to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Maintain corporate training records and support client services.
• Travel to company locations and job sites as required.

Skills

HSE expertise

Regulatory compliance

Training delivery

Incident investigations

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety or related field

HAZWOPER certification

Site Supervisor / 10 Hour Construction Safety certification

Tools

Excel

Access

Job description

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands‑on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon‑neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to join its collaborative team in California. This individual will serve a key function in reviewing Health and Safety (H&S) policies and procedures, developing and conducting H&S training programs, developing and reviewing H&S plans, performing job site safety inspections, managing incident / injuries and near‑miss reports, overseeing corporate training records, and provide consulting services to clients as needed. In this role, you will have the opportunity to promote health and safety both firm‑wide and with our clientele by partnering cross‑functionally to enforce and enhance Langan’s corporate health and safety program and client services.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide industry‑leading environmental, health and safety consulting and solutions for clients;
• Review federal, state and local safety regulations to determine applicability, identify potential compliance issues and provide compliance recommendations;
• Prepare, review, and approve site‑specific H&S documents to ensure compliance with applicable government requirements and company programs and policies;
• Manage the company’s random drug and alcohol testing program;
• Prepare, review, and implement health and safety training programs including: Hazardous Communications, Confined Space, Job Safety Analysis and HAZWOPER;
• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of corporate H&S policies and procedures;
• Participate and manage Langan's behavior‑based safety program including reviewing observation data, promoting, and continually improving the program;
• Manage submittal of reports of work‑related incidents, injuries, near‑misses and motor vehicle incidents;
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of the plans, policies, and procedures and recommend changes to improve safe work behaviors and eliminate potential hazards;
• Perform and manage jobsite safety inspections to identify and evaluate potential unsafe conditions and practices in the workplace;
• Manage and maintain corporate training records in accordance with company standards; and
• Conduct investigations into work‑related incidents, injuries, near‑misses and motor vehicle incidents to determine root cause and recommend measures to be implemented to prevent reoccurrence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Safety Management, Environmental Science or relevant H&S field preferred;
• Certification in HAZWOPER, Site Supervisor, or 10 Hour Construction Safety and Health preferred;
• 10+ years of related H&S experience;
• Experience training employees on H&S related policies, procedures, and regulations; Understanding the behavioral aspects of safety programs;
• Knowledge of federal and state‑specific H&S regulations and the ability to interpret and apply these regulations;
• Familiarity with Hazardous Communications, Confined Space, Air Monitoring, Job Safety Analysis and Health and Safety Plans;
• Professional certification in a related field (CIH, CSP, CHMM, etc.) a plus;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Access;
• Knowledge of respirators and fit testing protocols;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to successfully pass drug and alcohol screening and background check as per project‑specific requirements;
• Frequent travel to company locations as required;
• Ability to travel to various job sites and spend most, if not all, of the work day on‑site and meet with clients, as required; and
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full‑time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well‑being and success of our employees.

Certain US jurisdictions require Langan to include an estimate of salary or hourly ranges. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as related work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills. Certain roles may be eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance and the profitability of the firm. Employees are also eligible to receive up to 20 days of paid vacation time, 10 days of paid sick time and 10 paid holidays throughout the year. Eligibility and actual paid time off may vary based on local law and factors such as hours worked, related work experience and level.