What is the Opportunity?Reporting to the EHS Director, the EHS Manager will play an integral role in the planning, development, and implementation of Aecon's Environmental, Health and Safety programs across operations in Calgary and Alberta.
The EHS Manager will work closely with operational leadership, project management teams, supervisors, and field employees to promote a strong safety culture, ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and Aecon standards, and support the continuous improvement of EHS performance.
This position will support project operations in the Calgary area and may also support future project opportunities throughout Alberta. What You'll Do Here:- Lead the planning and implementation of effective safety management programs.
- Provide site-specific safety training and orientation to workers, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
- Develop and train supervisors and staff on Aecon's Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and programs.
- Review project plans and work activities before work commences to identify and mitigate safety-related risks.
- Conduct inspections and audits of active work sites to evaluate conditions and ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
- Liaise with external parties such as regulatory authorities, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Work with project management teams and field personnel to develop and implement solutions to safety-related issues.
- Work with management to develop and maintain emergency response plans and procedures.
- Ensure subcontractors and employees comply with Aecon's safety standards, policies, and procedures.
- Represent Aecon at meetings with clients, stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and other organizations regarding workplace health and safety matters.
- Lead and support incident reporting and investigations.
- Identify corrective actions following incidents and support implementation and follow-up.
- Support claims management and return-to-work initiatives.
- Monitor EHS performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Provide EHS leadership, coaching, and guidance to project teams and operational leaders.
What You Bring to the Team:- 10+ years of experience in Environmental, Health and Safety, preferably within the construction or heavy civil infrastructure industry.
- Minimum 5 years of experience coordinating, leading, or managing health and safety programs within construction or infrastructure environments.
- Post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, or a related discipline.
- Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation is preferred.
- National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation or equivalent safety certification is considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of Alberta occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, and industry best practices.
- Experience developing and delivering EHS training programs to individuals and groups.
- Demonstrated experience conducting incident investigations, risk assessments, workplace inspections, and safety audits.
- Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with project management, field personnel, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory stakeholders.
