Senior ESH Manager — Safety Programs & Compliance

Abbott Construction; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 


Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking an experienced ESH leader to implement corporate, field, and office safety policies across project sites. You will lead safety programs, review regulations, and guide teams to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires a BS in Environmental Safety & Health and 7+ years of ESH experience; data center or high-rise exposure preferred. Strong communication and cost-control focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health or related field.
• 7+ years of ESH experience required.
• Data Center or high rise experience preferred.
• GSP accreditation required.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, DOT, EPA regulations.
• Accreditations preferred: CHST, ASP, CSP, ICRA.
• Previous CCIP experience preferred.
• Basic Spanish language communication preferred.
• Industrial hygiene knowledge and best practices.
• Skilled communicator—verbal and written presentations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams).
• Strong in problem-solving, organization, attention to detail, and process improvement.
• Strong interpersonal skills; proven ability to work with diverse teams and develop team members through coaching and delegation.

Responsibilities

• Champion “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external partners, and customers.
• Ensure “Constructing with Integrity” by upholding honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
• Manage safety programs on all assigned projects, including CCIP and other complex risk management initiatives.
• Provide regulatory and policy review, interpretation, and technical guidance.
• Recommend improvements and conduct technical reviews of ESH tools, processes, policies, and training.
• Review audit summaries, daily observations, and injury statistics to identify risks and propose structured safety programs.
• Share data with VP of Safety and Regional Safety Managers to develop corporate safety trends.
• Assist leadership in monitoring new legislation affecting safety policies and propose updates.
• Monitor workers’ compensation issues on assigned projects.
• Conduct incident review meetings with project teams and subcontractors to reinforce accident prevention.
• Oversee monthly audit program to ensure compliance and program effectiveness.
• Implement training to support Safety 360 and ensure subcontractor OSHA/MSHA compliance.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings to address project-specific safety needs.
• Ensure accurate, prompt accident reporting and preventive measures.
• Support injury management, focusing on proper medical care and cost control.
• Develop, implement, and oversee project-specific safety programs.
• Supervise safe behavior of all craft workers and employees on assigned projects.
• Interface with SBU leaders, site supervision, subcontractor management, and government agencies (OSHA, EPA, MSHA).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Skilled communicator

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Coaching and delegation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Safety & Health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CCIP

CHST

ASP

CSP

ICRA

Job description

Layton Construction is seeking an experienced ESH leader to implement corporate, field, and office safety policies across project sites. You will lead safety programs, review regulations, and guide teams to ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires a BS in Environmental Safety & Health and 7+ years of ESH experience; data center or high-rise exposure preferred. Strong communication and cost-control focus are essential.