Senior HSE Project Lead: Zero Harm & Compliance

KBR; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

FSAs

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Principal HSE Manager, Project Lead to drive health, safety, and environmental assurance across complex projects. You will lead and implement HSE programs, audits, and performance reporting while mitigating risk and fostering a Zero Harm culture on site.

You will mentor HSE professionals and coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulators to ensure compliant and safe project execution across industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, Construction Management, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, CRSP, NEBOSH, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain HSE assurance frameworks with standards, reporting and communication protocols.
• Lead execution of HSE assurance programs across large projects and contractor workforces.
• Promote Zero Harm culture through leadership, accountability, and proactive engagement.
• Coordinate with contractors to ensure effective HSE program implementation and compliance.
• Monitor contractor safety performance, audits, and regulatory obligations.
• Lead audits of contractor programs, determine corrective actions, and report to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Auditing

Risk assessment

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (required)

Certifications such as CSP/CIH/NEBOSH preferred

Job description

KBR is seeking a Principal HSE Manager, Project Lead to drive health, safety, and environmental assurance across complex projects. You will lead and implement HSE programs, audits, and performance reporting while mitigating risk and fostering a Zero Harm culture on site.

You will mentor HSE professionals and coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulators to ensure compliant and safe project execution across industrial environments.