Environmental Health and Safety Program Manager

EH&S Program ManagerStep into a role where your expertise directly shapes safer environments for the people who build and support our campuses. As an EH&S Program Manager, you'll champion a culture of safety that empowers teams and strengthens every project we touch.In this role, you'll be the go-to safety leader across construction and renovation work—spending several days each week in the field, coaching teams, assessing high-risk activities, and building programs that prevent injuries before they happen. You'll collaborate closely with construction safety leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to advance systemwide safety initiatives while balancing onsite rounds, data-driven insights, and team engagement.What You'll Do:Lead daily site safety efforts, including hazard reviews, inspections, and real-time coachingDevelop and implement safety programs that elevate awareness and reduce riskSupport construction, maintenance, renovation, and large capital build projectsAnalyze and report safety data to drive KPIs and meet regulatory expectationsParticipate in the on-call safety rotation (post training) for escalationsWhat You Bring:5+ years in construction with strong safety depthAdvanced Excel skills and comfort with EH&S toolsExcellent communication, coaching, and relationship building skillsExperience in high-risk construction project environments; healthcare a plus but not requiredThe Facilities Infrastructure & Safety (FIS) business unit is vital in ensuring the safety, security, and operational integrity of Stanford Health Care facilities while also managing disaster preparedness and complex building systems to foster a secure healthcare environment.Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) ensures a safe, compliant, and healthy workplace by managing environmental risks, promoting a culture of safety, and leading accreditation efforts across hospital, clinic, and lab environments.If you are interested in joining Stanford Health Care, please read the job description below and apply online.The Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Program manager is responsible for the planning, administration and management of safety, health and fire safety programs throughout the hospital to ensure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, regulations and standards concerning environmental health and safety, as well as applicable standards set forth by The Joint Commission (TJC). Ensure compliance with all standards promulgated by all Federal, State and local agencies through developing and implementing environmental management programs, on-site inspection and monitoring programs throughout the organization. Manages interactions with outside agencies and regulatory agency personnel for assigned area.Advise management and staff regarding safety protocols and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance as mandated by local, state, and federal agencies. Investigate, research and make recommendations regarding best practices with respect to health and safety managementConduct environmental safety rounding and staff training for assigned programs; Conduct fire drills, equipment and emergency evacuation training (as assigned). Conduct life safety inspections for construction projectsConduct safety inspections and develops safety manual policies and procedures. Provide all aspects of project management relating to occupational safety and health investigations and inspections.Conduct TJC, Fire/Life Safety regulatory compliance audits; Conduct interviews, review records and recommend corrective actions and performance improvement opportunities.Responsible for the interpretation, coordination, and enforcement of TJC safety standards; maintains regulatory compliance documentation and records.Develop and conduct mandated Environment of Care (EOC) audits in ambulatory and/or hospital facilities.Conduct environmental assessments and recommend mitigation methods as warranted.Develop and present reports to leadership as required. Provide written reports of the conducted audits.Analyze and provide report data and reports results to management and various committees of the hospital.Develop, implement and continuously update safety and environmental health policies and programs to comply with local, state and federal regulations. Identifies, measures and improves environmental health and safety processesIdentify personnel, institutional and material resources needed to accomplish program management objectives. Develops and present annual budgetary requirements for assigned environmental program operationsManage all aspects of Laser safety program (as assigned)Participate with external task forces, committees and agencies related to health and safety management including those at the hospital, local, regional, state and federal levelsPrepare and reviews reports to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions. Serves as a technical/regulatory resource in assigned program area and the interpretation of analytical data to determine safety, industrial hygiene or environmental remediation control measures, etc.Responsible for negotiation of compliance issues with regulatory agencies as necessary and track any response to citations/violations should they occurResponsible for overall day-to-day implementation, training, execution and administration of the Environment of Care (EOC), TJC/Fire safety management plans. Develop and administer budgets and schedules and performance requirementsResponsible for the development, administration, management and oversight of effective health and safety programs (as assigned) to ensure environmental safety and compliance with all various safety, health and environmental regulations and requirements of accrediting and licensure bodies.Work in conjunction with OCIP (Owner Controller Insurance Program) Safety Manager to assist contractors in meeting TJC/EOC regulatory compliance standardsThis position may require on-call availability during non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to meet business needs and respond to emergencies as necessary.Education QualificationsJob requires a Bachelor's degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university. Relevant experience in lieu of degree may be considered. Relevant experience in lieu of degree is in addition to the experience requirements for this position.Experience QualificationsFive (5) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experienceRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to foster effective working relationships and build consensusAbility to manage complex projects and resources (people, costs, and time) across multiple departmentsAbility to mediate and resolve complex problems and issuesAbility to provide leadership and influence othersAbility to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the jobKnowledge of Accident InvestigationsKnowledge of computer systems and software used in functional areaKnowledge of Federal, State and Local regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibilityKnowledge of new technologies and ability to maintain and stay abreast of updates and changesKnowledge of principles and practices of organization, administration, fiscal and personnel managementKnowledge of TJC-EOC Standards and AuditingLicenses and CertificationsDL - Driver's License – Any US State preferred.DOT - Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazmat Certification preferred.BBP - OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Certification preferred.CEAS - Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist preferred.RCRA Hazardous Waste Training preferred.OSHA Hazwoper preferred.OSHA30 - 30-hour Construction Training preferred.These principles apply to ALL employees: SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery. You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective careShow Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better healthCoordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordinationEqual Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or