HSE Manager

STRIKE; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and energy company is seeking an experienced HSE Manager to oversee health, safety, and environmental activities across multiple project sites in the Eastern Region. The role involves supervising HSE personnel, ensuring compliance with OSHA and regulatory requirements, and leading safety initiatives throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. Successful candidates will have over 10 years of HSE experience, strong knowledge of OSHA standards, and excellent communication skills to cultivate a proactive safety culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HSE experience in construction, pipeline, industrial, or energy sector.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA CFR 1926 standards.
• Previous supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise HSE personnel and develop HSE strategies for projects.
• Conduct jobsite visits and lead HSE meetings.
• Investigate incidents and manage injury processes.

Skills

HSE management

OSHA compliance

Incident investigation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field

First Aid and CPR certification

OSHA 500 (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Job Summary: The HSE Manager provides leadership and oversight for all Health, Safety, and Environmental activities across Strike’s Eastern Region operations, including pipeline construction, integrity, maintenance, facility upgrades, and regional capital projects. This role ensures full alignment with Strike Operating Company’s HSE standards, regional client expectations, and regulatory requirements while supporting safe, high‐quality execution across multiple project sites. The HSE Manager supervises HSE personnel, partners with project leadership, and drives a proactive safety culture for field and facility operations throughout PA, OH, WV, and surrounding areas.

Primary Job Function

Leadership & Oversight

• Supervise and develop HSE Specialist and other HSE personnel assigned to Eastern Region projects.
• Serve as the primary HSE point of contact for Project Managers, Construction Managers, and regional leadership.
• Support project startup, execution, and closeout with region‐specific HSE guidance.

Field Safety Management

• Conduct jobsite visits across pipeline, maintenance, integrity, facility, and civil projects common to Strike’s Eastern Region clients.
• Lead regular HSE meetings, stand‐downs, toolbox talks, onboarding sessions, and training.
• Perform job hazard analyses (JHAs), evaluate employee exposure, and implement safe‐work procedures tailored to scope (excavation, welding, coating, hydrotesting, heavy equipment operation, roadway work zones, etc.).
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled site inspections; document findings and ensure timely corrective action.

Incident Prevention & Response

• Investigate all incidents and near‐miss events; develop prevention and mitigation strategies aligned with client expectations and Strike’s root‐cause methodology.
• Manage return‐to‐work and modified duty processes in collaboration with HR and regional leadership.
• Oversee injury management and Workers’ Compensation cases for the region.

Regulatory & Client Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA 1926/1910, PHMSA, FMCSA, EPA, local DEP, and all state and municipal regulations associated with Eastern Region operations.
• Support and ensure compliance with Temporary Traffic Control Plans for road, ROW, and public‐space work zones.
• Interface with client HSE representatives; monitor subcontractor HSE performance to ensure alignment with Strike standards and project‐specific requirements.

Documentation & Programs

• Maintain all documentation required for regional HSE programs, including inspections, training logs, incident reports, audits, corrective action plans, and contractor management requirements.
• Administer Strike’s Substance Abuse Program, including coordination of drug and alcohol testing.
• Facilitate HSE training for employees, supervisors, and subcontractor personnel.

Relationship & Culture Building

• Collaborate professionally with operations teams, field leadership, subcontractors, and clients to reinforce Strike’s commitment to safety, quality, and integrity.
• Help drive continuous improvement and a positive safety culture across the Eastern Region.

Experience

• 10+ years of HSE experience in construction, pipeline, industrial, or energy‐sector environments.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA CFR 1926 standards.
• Experience in pipeline, midstream, facility construction, integrity, or related energy infrastructure strongly preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience required.

Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree in EHS or related field preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.
• OSHA 500 (or ability to obtain) preferred.
• Additional client‐or state‐specific training may be required based on project needs.

Competencies

• Ability to analyze challenges and make sound decisions aligned with Strike’s HSE expectations.
• Exceptional organizational skills with emphasis on documentation accuracy and audit readiness.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal; effective listener.
• Professional, mature interpersonal style with ability to work with diverse personnel, medical providers, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Physical ability to perform regular field work in varying weather conditions, on uneven terrain, and for extended periods.

Other Criteria

• Frequent regional travel required (PA, OH, WV, MD, NY depending on project mix).
• Consistent compliance with Strike policies, including the Drug & Alcohol Policy.
• Commitment to safe work practices, teamwork, and high‐quality project execution.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.