Large Complex Project EHS Manager

Overview

Lead and manage EHS initiatives for a large construction project, ensuring safety compliance and culture.

Key Responsibilities

• incident investigation
• safety inspections
• ehs documentation
• risk analysis
• training coordination
• compliance enforcement

Tasks

-Maintain clear, proactive communication with project teams, trade partners, and leadership. -Conduct hazard recognition, prevention, and mitigation activities, leveraging data and analytics to guide strategy. -Mentor and develop future safety leaders. -Implement and manage DPR’s Environmental Health & Safety Plan (EHSP) for the project. -Oversee documentation, ensuring all safety records, submittals, and training certifications are accurate and up to date. -Support claims management, collaborate with internal risk and insurance teams, as well as Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) carrier. -Grow EHS competencies in project team and EHS team members. -Foster a culture of support, recognition, and growth among all project team members. -Coordinate and conduct orientations, including High Risk Activities (HRA) training for all workers and trade partners. -Mediate between safety and field operations to resolve conflicts around safety requirements. -Champion the safety culture efforts, promoting a safe work environment across the project. -Drive innovation in safety tools, equipment, and work practices. -Use established platforms for team coordination. -Share incident results, lessons learned, and process improvements with project and regional leaders. -Mentor and coach safety professionals, managers, and champions on site. -Recognize and publicly celebrate individuals and teams demonstrating exemplary safety practices. -Hold all site personnel accountable for safety compliance, coaching and correcting as needed. -Directly manage EHS professionals and report to the EHS Business Unit Lead and Project Leadership. -Implement Site-Specific Safety Plan and DPR’s EHSP. -Spend time in the field; remaining time in project office collaborating on strategy. -Prepare and facilitate trainings, emergency response drills, and ongoing safety education. -Participate in project-specific safety meetings, planning sessions, and staff meetings. -Manage medical services and drug screening processes for the project. -Support specific EHS campaigns and initiatives. -Utilize lessons learned from other projects to drive continuous improvement. -Lead incident investigations, cause analyses, and corrective action implementation. -Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and DPR philosophies. -Ensure incident reporting procedures are followed, logs are updated, and root cause analyses are conducted for all incidents. -Stop unsafe work and enforce compliance with DPR’s EHSP and project-specific safety requirements. -Lead safety walks, document safety observations, and ensure regular safety inspections using platforms such as Hammertech.

Requirements

• osha 500
• chst
• hammertech
• cal-osha
• microsoft suite
• 10+ years

What You Bring

-Experience managing EHS teams. -Demonstrate progressive leadership, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement. -CPR/First Aid Certified (current). -OSHA 500 Authorized Trainer. -Navigate uneven working spaces, access heights, and work both indoors and outdoors with proper PPE. -Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental, occupational health, or related field. -Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., CHST, CSP, CRIS, ARM). -Expert knowledge of CAL-OSHA and other construction safety regulations. -Proficiency in digital safety platforms (e.g., Hammertech, Microsoft Suite). -Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. -Minimum 10 years of construction EHS experience, including at least 7 years as a dedicated EHS professional managing project/regional programs. -Sit, stand, bend, lift (minimum 25lbs), reach, and twist as needed. -Fluent in English and Spanish. -Ability to coach, mentor, and influence others in a fast-paced environment.

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About Dpr Construction

-A forward-thinking construction company that has grown from a small operation to a nationwide leader in the industry. -Focuses on complex, large-scale projects and is known for its expertise in delivering innovative, high-quality construction solutions. -Successfully completed projects across a range of sectors, including commercial, healthcare, education, and data centers, standing out for its ability to manage large budgets and tight schedules. -Notably completed several landmark projects, including high-tech facilities and cutting-edge educational buildings, often involving collaboration with some of the largest tech and medical organizations in the world. -Strong track record in renewable energy, particularly in solar and energy-efficient construction, positioning them as a leader in sustainable building practices. -Approach to construction is driven by technology and innovation, consistently pushing boundaries to ensure maximum efficiency and quality in its operations. -Commitment to performance and safety has earned a reputation for delivering projects that meet and exceed client expectations. -From healthcare campuses to advanced research labs, the company’s dedication to excellence ensures each project is tailored to the unique needs of the client and the community.

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