HSE Manager (Construction)

SUMMARY:
HSE Manager (Construction) over multiple locations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Informs Project teams of HSE requirements and verifies they are incorporated into processes and procedures by subcontractors, engineering, and construction personnel.
•    Develops and provides project management team guidance utilizing the HSE MS Program in accordance with established polices, systems, processes, procedures and methods, client requirements and regulations.
•    Participates in meetings with customers, Project team members, and contractors/subcontractors to advise of Project-specific mitigation plans, HSE training program, and technical reports.
•    Develop, implement, and maintain the HSE training plan; and assist project management in the development of site-specific training material and programs. 
•    Stops work in dangerous situations or conditions having imminent adverse HSE impact.
•    Provide advice to project management team on work practices that should be implemented before the work begins.
•    Conducts accident investigations and documents factors contributing to an incident, complete investigation reports, identifies corrective actions, and report results per Project procedure. 
•    Coordinates inspection tours of regulatory compliance officers who are auditing the Project/facility for compliance with government HSE requirements. Accompanies the compliance officer(s) during the audit; ensures that all inspection reports are prepared and retained for legal defense should litigation result. 
•    Conducts environmental compliance inspections of Project construction sites to monitor compliance with environmental requirements, contractual commitments, permits, and environmental management plans. 
•    Interprets applicable HSE standards and provides advice to project management to integrate into projects and facilities processes and procedures. 
•    Develops and maintains data base for risk, training, assessment, loss and near-loss events, safety reporting processes, including incident investigations, safety meetings, and corresponding action reports. 
•    Prepares and issues monthly HSE performance reports.
•    Assists team in development of HSE processes and procedures (Permit to Work, Confined Space Entry, Fall Protection, Waste Management, Spill Preparedness and Response, Emergency Response, etc.).
•    Maintains positive relationships with Line Supervision, Subcontractors, and regulatory enforcement representatives.
•    Supports implementation of Environmental Management Plan, Construction Environmental Control Plan, and other related Environmental plans. 
•    Facilitates environmental training so that training is consistent with the Project goals and procedures.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

•    Extensive knowledge of OSHA & USACE regulations and policies.
•    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
•    Proficient in technology and equipment used in environmental and safety inspections.
•    Competent Person in Fall Protection (24 hour).
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

•    Hold a bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Occupational Health & Safety from an accredited university with at least 5 years related experience in Health, Safety & environment from an accredited university with at least 5 years related experience in Health, Safety & environment

•    OR 10 Years of Construction HSE Experience with 5 Years’ experience in a supervisory role.
•    CHST or similar HSE certification
•    EM-385 certification.
•    Environmental background a plus. 
•    Industrial Hygiene experience a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

•    Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
•    Physically able to conduct inspections and carry equipment used for inspections.
•    Must be able to frequently walk, stand, sit, for prolonged periods of time.
•    Climb ladders and or stairs unassisted.
•    Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.