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Aecon Group Inc. · 2 weeks ago

Director, EHS Programs & Performance

Irving, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Aecon Group Inc. is a North American leader in infrastructure development, committed to safely and sustainably building for future generations. The Director, EHS Programs & Performance will lead the EHS team across the U.S. Utilities sector, ensuring the implementation of EHS strategies and policies while collaborating with operational leadership.

Construction

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and align a team of Operational EHS direct reports in a growing business to EHS’ strategic intent by focusing the teams’ activities and holding each individual accountable for results

Works with Operations Leadership to ensure adequate EHS resources are in place as business continues to expand in the US

Drives consistent implementation of Aecon EHS strategy, vision, programs, policies and initiatives across operational sector / project(s)

Monitor and report on EHS performance to operational leadership, inform corrective strategies

Maintain a pulse on EHS related concerns or developments and provide pragmatic and timely solutions to address issues that impact the attainment of business objectives

Ability to contribute to and communicate a companywide long-term vision and a strategy to achieve short, medium and long-term goals

Ensures Aecon EHS Program is successfully implemented on all US-based projects. Work with senior management to continuously improve Aecon’s Health and Safety Programs

Assist and support with the development of site-specific safety training and orientation of workers, supervisors, staff, subcontractors and clients

Ensures site-specific EHS documentation and plans are in place before work commences, with risk and mitigation strategies defined

Liaise with external parties such as regulatory agencies, government inspectors, sub-contractors, and general public

Represent the Company at meetings with stakeholders and other organizations on issues regarding workplace health and safety matters

Ability to develop and maintain a network of industry-wide contacts

Mentor project leadership in the requirements of conventional safety procedures

Walkdown jobsite performing audits and inspections and ensure key programs are implemented and controls are in place as per Aecon requirements and Site-specific EHS Management Plan. Review and audit applicable EHS documentation

Ability to lead and/or oversee major incident investigations

Develop and deliver presentations to management, workers, sub-contractors, and clients

Mentor and coach project management, craft and supervision in the field with regards to safety roles and responsibilities and compliance with safety standards

Support proposal development, as required

Maintain and update EHS Program Procedures, as required

Qualification

EHS Management SystemsOSHA regulationsHealthSafety leadershipData fluencyIncident Investigation trainingTraining facilitationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsAdaptability

Required

Minimum 5 years' experience coordinating and managing health and safety for construction operations

Previous experience in a leadership role required

Demonstrated ability to oversee and lead multiple personnel over large geographic areas

Highly self-motivated team player with a participative management style and strong interpersonal skills

Ability to identify training gaps; generate effective solutions; and provide recommendations for improvement

A Team Player that accepts and can manage change regularly

Knowledge of Construction projects with a solid understanding of US EHS legal requirements including OSHA regulations and legislations required

Relevant Post-Secondary education or equivalent experience in the Environment, Health and Safety field

Data fluency (dashboards, trend analysis) and facilitation skills across crews, supervision, and management

Demonstrated ability to stand-up a rigorous EHS Program on new projects

Excellent knowledge of EHS Management Systems and their implementation

Understanding of OSHA 1904 Recordkeeping, Case Management, Workers Compensation Insurance requirements, and return to work program

Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, excellent verbal, and written communication skills

Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Excellent meeting and training facilitation

Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment

Experience working in a unionized or non-unionized environment

Ability to travel extensively, as required

Preferred

Incident Investigation training/experience considered an asset

Benefits

Services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being

Aecon University and Leadership Programs

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility training

Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Company

Aecon Group Inc.

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Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience.

Founded in 1877

Toronto, Ontario, CAN

10001+ employees

http://www.aecon.com/

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