Manager, Safety

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects from transformative transportation networks to critical energy industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

At Aecon you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people projects partners and stakeholders is our priority focus today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example with humility and courage.
• Accountability. Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued supported and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation we call it Aecon Proud .

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental emotional and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University tuition reimbursement and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect teamwork collaboration and new ideas through meaningful initiatives training and partnerships with Veteran groups to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk safety and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion expertise and dedication of our people. Together we embrace strong execution innovation and continuous improvement values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If youre inspired to make a difference through future-building projects join our best-in-class team.

Location: Denver Colorado

What is the Opportunity

Safer. Faster. Smarter. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong history delivering safe reliable and innovative solutions across electrical telecommunications pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future.

The Manager EHS will provide strategic leadership and oversight for environmental health and safety programs across utility construction operations. This role is responsible for driving a proactive safety culture ensuring compliance with OSHA EPA DOT NFPA 70E and company standards and supporting operational excellence through effective risk management incident prevention training initiatives and continuous improvement. Working closely with project teams field leadership clients and subcontractors the Manager EHS will lead safety professionals champion best practices and help ensure all work is performed safely responsibly and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.

What Youll Do Here:

• Team with Aecon project management teams and field workers to implement and devise solutions to safety-related issues on Aecon project sites.
• Partner with leadership to build and sustain a proactive safety culture through employee engagement safety committees recognition programs behavior-based safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide project and site-specific safety training and orientation to workers owners and clients.
• Conduct project audits inspections risk assessments and compliance reviews; identify hazards and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in the development and delivery of EHS training programs to ensure employee compliance with safety policies procedures and requirements.
• Manage OSHA-required programs recordkeeping training reporting and regulatory inspections.
• Develop implement and maintain environmental health and safety policies programs and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and workplace safety.
• Liaise with external parties such as EPCs subcontractors and the general public as required to minimize risk.
• Ensure subcontractor and worker compliance with all applicable OSHA EPA DOT federal state and local regulations and Aecon-related safety materials.
• Monitor and analyze EHS performance metrics develop action plans and recommend improvements to enhance safety environmental performance and operational effectiveness.
• Review project plans sites equipment and processes before work commences identifying safety-related risks and mitigating risks prior to mobilization.
• Lead emergency preparedness activities including emergency response planning evacuation procedures and drills.
• Lead investigations of workplace injuries near misses environmental incidents and property damage events to determine root causes and reduce future risk.
• Participate in worker compensation claims return-to-work programs and injury prevention initiatives.
• Provide guidance coaching and support to managers supervisors and employees regarding EHS compliance safety leadership best practices and Aecon-related EHS materials.
• Onboard new Aecon Safety Advisors within their regions.
• Represent Aecon at meetings with stakeholders and other organizations on issues regarding workplace health and safety matters.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Minimum 10 years experience coordinating and managing health and safety for heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of construction projects with a solid understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
• Bachelors degree in a related field.
• Have or attain within six months: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).
• Background in training and/or education and experience delivering EHS training programs to individuals and groups.
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook) and Cority incident management software.
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Experience working on complex construction projects.
• Exceptional organizational people and time management skills.
• Excellent meeting and training facilitation skills.
• Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment.
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record and the ability to drive to job sites.

The expected pay range for this role is $114000 - $140000 per year.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors including work location education experience unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications specialized training and the complexity or scope of the role.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race color religion sex national origin age mental or physical disabilities veteran status and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

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Required Experience:

Manager