Senior EHS Manager - Utility Construction (Mid-Atlantic)

Riggs Distler; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation Package

Paid Time Off

Company sponsored Healthcare Plan (Med

Dental & Vision Coverage

HSA Account with Company Contribution

401k Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Profit Sharing

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

Job summary

Riggs Distler is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Manager for the Mid-Atlantic region. You will lead EHS programs, conduct audits, and coordinate with project teams to ensure compliance across multiple sites.

The role requires 10 years of EHS experience (or a related bachelor’s with 5+ years) and robust knowledge of utility construction. Expect travel to company facilities and project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 10 years combined education and experience in EHS, or bachelor's degree in related field with at least 5 years combined experience in Environmental Health & Safety.
• Experience in electric Utility Construction (Transmission, Distribution & Substation) is a must.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to travel monthly to company facilities and project sites.

Responsibilities

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and core values.
• Represents the Company with high ethical standards, always adhering to the Company code of conduct.
• Ensures full compliance with all company, state/federal and client EHS regulations.
• Participates in the development and implementation of EHS policies and programs, safe work practices, EHS training programs, and drug testing policies.
• Provides technical and administrative direction to EHS personnel; mentors, trains, and evaluates performance of EHS personnel.
• Works with Project Managers and Regional Managers to develop EHS goals and written safety action plans to assist in achieving the goals of the business units.
• Initiates and participates in all accident/incident investigations with operations personnel to determine Root-Causes and develop a Corrective Action Plan.
• Maintains Accountability Programs on all projects for EHS related issues, works with supervision to ensure uniform application of EHS related discipline.
• Monitors compliance with all drug and alcohol consortiums and support required testing.
• Assists and provides input on EHS related provisions in contracts and bid proposals as needed.
• Review and approve all Site-Specific EHS Plans
• Participates in the pre-job planning process by attending meetings, assisting in the development of project specific EHS Plans
• May perform Environmental Compliance Inspections occasionally to support field staff
• Performs Regulatory Research as required
• Overnight travel is necessary to support storm restoration work (maybe for extended periods)
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety training

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

10 years combined education & experience in EHS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Riggs Distler is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Manager for the Mid-Atlantic region. You will lead EHS programs, conduct audits, and coordinate with project teams to ensure compliance across multiple sites.

The role requires 10 years of EHS experience (or a related bachelor’s with 5+ years) and robust knowledge of utility construction. Expect travel to company facilities and project sites as needed.