Manager, EHS

Aecon U.S.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon U.S. is seeking an experienced Manager, EHS to lead environmental, health, and safety programs for utility construction operations across North America. The role partners with project teams, leaders, and subcontractors to advance a proactive safety culture and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of safety coordination on heavy civil projects, CSP/CUSP credentials, and strong training and incident management skills, with a focus on OSHA, EPA, and DOT standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 10+ years coordinating and managing health and safety for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• CSP and CUSP within six months.
• Strong communication, training, and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety programs across utility construction projects.
• Drive a proactive safety culture with stakeholders and clients.
• Provide site-specific EHS training and orientations.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Develop and maintain environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
• Lead emergency preparedness and response planning.

Skills

Safety leadership

OHSA knowledge

Training & education

Incident management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cority

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, You Can Count On

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon We

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well‑being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, and partnerships with Veteran groups, to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Safer. Faster. Smarter.

This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.

The Manager, EHS will provide strategic leadership and oversight for environmental, health, and safety programs across utility construction operations. This role is responsible for driving a proactive safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company standards, and supporting operational excellence through effective risk management, incident prevention, training initiatives, and continuous improvement. Working closely with project teams, field leadership, clients, and subcontractors, the Manager, EHS will lead safety professionals, champion best practices, and help ensure all work is performed safely, responsibly, and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.

What You'll Do Here

• Team with Aecon project management teams and field workers to implement and devise solutions to safety-related issues on Aecon project sites.
• Partner with leadership to build and sustain a proactive safety culture through employee engagement, safety committees, recognition programs, behavior-based safety initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide project and site-specific safety training and orientation to workers, owners and clients.
• Conduct project audits, inspections, risk assessments, and compliance reviews; identify hazards and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in the development and delivery of EHS training programs to ensure employee compliance with safety policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Manage OSHA-required programs, recordkeeping, training, reporting, and regulatory inspections.
• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental, health, and safety policies, programs, and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and workplace safety.
• Liaise with external parties such as EPCs, subcontractors, and the general public as required to minimize risk.
• Ensure subcontractor and worker compliance with all applicable OSHA, EPA, DOT, federal, state, and local regulations and Aecon-related safety materials.
• Monitor and analyze EHS performance metrics, develop action plans, and recommend improvements to enhance safety, environmental performance, and operational effectiveness.
• Review project plans, sites, equipment, and processes before work commences, identifying safety-related risks and mitigating risks prior to mobilization.
• Lead emergency preparedness activities, including emergency response planning, evacuation procedures, and drills.
• Lead investigations of workplace injuries, near misses, environmental incidents, and property damage events to determine root causes and reduce future risk.
• Participate in worker compensation claims, return-to-work programs, and injury prevention initiatives.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to managers, supervisors, and employees regarding EHS compliance, safety leadership, best practices, and Aecon-related EHS materials.
• Onboard new Aecon Safety Advisors within their regions.
• Represent Aecon at meetings with stakeholders and other organizations on issues regarding workplace health and safety matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring To The Team

• Minimum 10 years’ experience coordinating and managing health and safety for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of construction projects with a solid understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Have or attain within six months: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).
• Background in training and/or education and experience delivering EHS training programs to individuals and groups.
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Cority incident management software.
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Experience working on complex construction projects.
• Exceptional organizational, people, and time management skills.
• Excellent meeting and training facilitation skills.
• Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and the ability to drive to job sites.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

Aecon is committed to ensuring all job postings are compliant with all applicable laws. Any candidate who has a concern regarding the contents of this or any other job posting can email [e-mail].