EHS Manager - Mission Critical

Job Description

Job Description

About Alston Construction:  Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For 40 years, we have been a true partner, an honest advisor, as well as a responsible contractor for our clients. We believe the success of any project depends upon a strong builder client relationship, and a commitment to establishing common goals and objectives from the project start. Alston Construction offers a diverse background of general contracting, construction management and design-build experience of industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and government projects. 

We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says “In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others.” If this sounds like you and what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

Our top tier benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance/AD&D, HSA, health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth 401(k), After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!

Project Location: Springfield, IL (On-site | Travel Required)

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting management and Site Supervision in the general business operations of the company by overseeing and directing the company’s Safety Program for their assigned project(s). The EHS Manager will ensure training all site employees on the Safety Program and will act as a resource for safety related items. The overall goal of the EHS Manager is to protect the Company’s interests and support employees so that they can successfully complete a quality project safely, while promoting and enhancing client relationships and the company’s image. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Support and promote Alston Construction’s strong safety culture, both internally and externally.
• Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve issues.
• Implement site safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations (including Occupational Safety and Health Administration/OSHA) and ensure organizational compliance with these policies and regulations.
• Make and implement recommendations to improve processes and procedures, looking for ways to continuously improve the Safety Program, Site Specific Safety and Health Plan, Job Hazard Analysis’ and related policies and procedures.
• Remain current on all federal, state, and local construction-related safety regulations and laws.
• Identify training needs in order to develop and implement safety awareness initiatives that improve safety performance and meet regulatory requirements.
• Manage and conduct Alston Construction’s Jobsite Safety Orientations for new workers.
• Monitor, manage, and conduct EHS training in accordance with Alston Construction’s EHS training matrix and established guidelines and priorities. Manage workload and time related to EHS training, including use of outside training resources as appropriate, to ensure efficient and effective training without sacrificing direct interaction with Alston Construction staff on project related operations.
• Design and implement metrics to monitor progress and effectiveness of safety initiatives, programs, policies, procedures and processes.
• Provide guidance, consultation, and reinforcement to Superintendents, Project Managers, and other personnel regarding safety policies and subcontractor compliance.
• Create and maintain first aid supplies, emergency response and crisis management plans.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, review safety compliance of work locations and job sites, develop action steps to correct deficiencies, prepare and distribute detailed reports of findings, and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.
• Ensure project field documentation related to safety is being properly processed and maintained.
• Attend and participate in Safe Start (PreCon) Meetings with Subcontractors.
• Review Alston Construction and subcontractor Site Specific Safety and Health Plans (SSSHPs) and ensure copies are on site.
• Maintain and review submitted Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) from Subcontractors.
• Coordinate and jointly conduct (with Project Supervision) Weekly All Hands Safety Meetings. Maintain records of participation by Subcontractors.
• Ensure Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) are completed and reviewed, and signed off by the subcontractor workers. File submitted JHAs received by Subcontractors.
• Manage OSHA site visits and inspections and ensure appropriate reporting is made to government agencies.
• Investigate all incidents (near-misses to fatalities) utilizing the Root Cause Analysis format and report findings to the Senior EHS Manager/ Regional Safety Director, Corporate Safety and Executive Vice President.

Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction safety management with a construction general contractor.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Valid State-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.
• OSHA 30-hour Certification. OSHA 500 preferred.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.
• EHS training/certifications in areas such as Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Excavation and Trenching, HAZCOM, etc.
• CSP, CHST or other safety certification preferred.

Alston Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.