HSE Manager

LJA Engineering; Converse (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecom construction sector is seeking an HSE Manager to oversee health, safety, and environmental programs. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing a team dedicated to improving safety performance across projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction safety and a strong leadership background.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive HSE experience.
• At least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Leads the implementation of HSE programs across job sites.
• Directly supervises assigned HSE staff and provides training.
• Responds to serious incidents and leads investigations.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Management

Incident Response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety

Master’s degree in Safety

Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Job description

Title: HSE Manager

Division: Corporate

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees. With more than 70+ office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

Summary: The HSE Manager – Telecom Construction is responsible for managing and leading the health, safety, and environmental programs for Quest Utility Construction. This position oversees the implementation of field safety policies and procedures, supervises HSE personnel, and ensures full compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety standards.

As the lead safety professional for Quest, this role partners directly with operations leadership to drive safety performance across telecom, broadband, and utility infrastructure projects. The HSE Manager plays a critical role in incident response, team leadership, field engagement, and continuous improvement.

General Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership & Oversight
  • Leads the implementation of HSE programs across Quest Utility Construction job sites
  • Ensures compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards
  • Develops and standardizes field safety practices, JHA protocols, and audit systems
  • Supports operational planning and pre-construction safety efforts
• Team Supervision & Development
  • Directly supervises assigned HSE staff, including Senior Specialists, Specialists, and Technicians
  • Provides training, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members
  • Coordinates staffing for projects and ensures field safety coverage across regions
• Incident Management
  • Responds to serious incidents and leads investigations and root cause analysis
  • Prepares formal reports and facilitates corrective action implementation
  • Works with HSE leadership and Quest Operations to track and reduce incident trends
• Training & Engagement
  • Delivers or oversees field safety training, including onboarding and task-specific instruction
  • Leads safety stand-downs, crew talks, and jobsite walkdowns
  • Engages with crews and subcontractors to reinforce safety culture and accountability
• Client & Regulatory Interface
  • Represents the company during client audits, safety reviews, and inspections
  • Coordinates with Fleet, Risk, and Legal teams on vehicle-related safety or claims
  • Maintains awareness of regulatory changes and ensures timely updates to protocols
• Reporting & Metrics
  • Maintains safety performance dashboards, audit logs, and training records
  • Analyzes data for trends and presents summaries to internal and client stakeholders
  • Supports technology use in the field

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field
• Master’s degree in Safety, Emergency Management, or Risk Management preferred
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) required
• CHST, CUSP, or other construction/utility certifications preferred

Required Experience:

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive HSE experience
• At least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong background in construction safety; telecom or utility construction preferred
• Familiarity with DOT compliance and multi-site field operations
• Proven ability to lead field teams and collaborate with operations management

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