EHS Manager

What is the Opportunity?

At Bodell Construction, an Aecon company, our mission is to deliver industry-leading services by integrating the unique needs of dynamic client partners with innovative, value-creating solutions. Through the collaborative efforts of skilled employees, we provide exceptional service to clients and colleagues alike, fostering a culture of vitality and ever forward professional development. Our aim is for our Utah construction company to win by aligning and enhancing ourselves as a team, so we can continuously discover, develop, and deliver the most innovative, value-creating solutions and meet the unique needs of dynamic client partners.

Reporting to the EHS Director we are looking for an EHS Manager to support our work across the United States.

What You'll Do Here:

• Work directly with construction and project management to support accountability in relation to EHS.
• Provide oversight and monitoring of the development, implementation, performance and effectiveness of the Project Safety Management Program, and all other EHS related plans on the project.
• Notify Project Managers and Supervisors of any compliance issues associated with the work and assist in the development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Work with project management to understand EHS support requirements and accountable to schedule EHS staff to meet project needs.
• Have a field facing approach to safety management.
• Spend time in the field mentoring staff, modelling behavior and re-enforcing standards.
• Ensure effective completion of project safety meetings and support or conduct audits and incident investigations for the project.
• Take a leadership role in promoting injury prevention within a culture of health, safety and continuous improvement.
• Actively and pro-actively engage in the development of EHS staff.
• Ensure direct reports are supported in the field and are meeting their required deliverables and timelines.
• Apply logical decision-making, proven techniques and processes, while coaching and encouraging coworkers & team members.
• Provide necessary support, advice, guidance and interpretation in a function capacity to staff regarding safety, health and environmental laws, codes, regulations and standards and ensure compliance.
• Ability to consult with and provide advice to line organizations that are engaged in planning, design, development and installation or implementation of systems or programs involving hazard controls.
• Provide assistance and guidance in reviewing policies and procedures related to work being performed and to provide sound recommendations where and when required.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Health and Safety within the construction industry including three years leading an effective team.
• Experience in the Mining Industry is required.
• Relevant post-secondary education or equivalent experience in the H&S field.
• Professional designations are an asset but not a requirement.
• A leader in Environmental Health and Safety.
• A Team Player that is adaptable and flexible to a fast paced and ever-changing environment.