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ERM

Global sustainability consultancy for environmental risk

Lead Construction HSE Manager

Environmental Health & SafetyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeKenosha, WI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in construction management, safety, occupational health and safety, or a related field is preferred.
  • At least 20 years of on-site experience in construction-specific project health and safety, including a minimum of 8 years of management experience.
  • Certification in the field such as CHST, ASP, and/or CSP is preferred.
  • Pharmaceutical or high-tech project experience is highly desired.
  • Experience executing mega construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) general industry and construction standards.
  • Commitment to safety, including implementing strict health and safety protocols.
  • Completed OSHA 30-hour construction, confined space entry, and fall protection/prevention training and certifications are preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
  • Ability to multitask, remain flexible, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to deliver projects and client service, maintain quality on project deliverables, and stay organized.
  • Ability to organize and coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Site Lead for ERM’s health, safety, and environment (HSE) owner’s representative team, working directly with the client’s project leaders.
  • Meet monthly with the client’s project lead to review timelines and metrics and make proactive adjustments as needed.
  • Guide implementation and continuous improvement of the HSE management system on a pharmaceutical megaproject.
  • Act as the primary interface among the client’s project leadership, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) project leadership, and ERM’s project management office (PMO).
  • Participate in project leadership meetings as the client’s HSE representative.
  • Provide daily direction, prioritization, and coaching to HSE managers and specialists while coordinating the client’s safety program; monitor and adjust team structure and resource allocation in line with project needs and budget constraints.
  • Establish roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations to promote accountability and collaboration within the client HSE team.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for HSE matters, advising client and contractor HSE personnel, project managers, and functional heads to ensure alignment with client and project requirements.
  • Lead risk assessments for all project phases, including constructability reviews, pre-task planning, and new process introductions.
  • Support root cause analysis debriefs and feedback sessions with multidisciplinary teams for incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions from the owner’s side; ensure lessons learned are communicated and incorporated into procedures.
  • Anticipate emerging risks and adapt the HSE program and tactics to changing construction conditions.
  • Support development and execution of project environmental programs, including stormwater pollution prevention (SWPPP), spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC), hazardous waste, and air emissions.
  • Report HSE performance regularly to the client and contractor, highlighting trends, achievements, and areas for improvement.
  • Organize and implement an HSE audit and inspection program covering project areas, team activities, and subcontractor operations.
  • Build and maintain relationships with project stakeholders, including owners, contractors, subcontractors, regulatory authorities, and the local community.

Desired Qualifications

  • Pharmaceutical or high-tech project experience is highly desired.
  • A bachelor's degree in construction management, safety, occupational health and safety, or a related field is preferred.
  • Certification in the field such as CHST, ASP, and/or CSP is preferred.
  • Completed OSHA 30-hour construction, confined space entry, and fall protection/prevention training and certifications are preferred.

About the Company

ERM

Global sustainability consultancy for environmental risk

ERM, Environmental Resources Management, provides sustainability consulting to help businesses manage environmental, health, and safety (EHS) risks and expand responsible practices. Its services span strategy development, risk assessment, compliance, data analytics, and program implementation for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. The company works by partnering with clients to identify EHS risks, design practical programs, set metrics, and deploy changes across operations, supply chains, and facilities, often leveraging technology and industry benchmarks. ERM differentiates itself through its global, pure-play focus on sustainability with deep, regionally diverse expertise and a track record of growth via acquisitions, supported since 2021 by majority ownership from KKR. Its goal is to help organizations improve their sustainability performance, meet regulatory and stakeholder expectations, and create long-term value for both the business and the wider environment.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1971

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