Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
5+ years of HSE experience in heavy civil or trenchless construction
Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations
Expertise in managing workers' compensation and liability claims
Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis
CSP, ASP, or CHST certification preferred
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain corporate HSE policies and procedures
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations
Conduct jobsite audits, inspections, and field safety observations
Lead safety training programs for various operational scenarios
Manage all incident and accident reporting processes across the company
Identify operational risks and recommend appropriate controls
Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the organization
Benefits
Opportunity to lead enterprise-wide health, safety, and environmental programs
Engagement in a strong safety culture
Involvement in incident investigations and claims management
Collaboration with insurance carriers and legal counsel
Participation in management meetings and safety initiatives
Professional development through safety training programs
Support for insurance renewals and audits
Full Job Description
The Regional HSE Manager is responsible for leading our enterprise-wide health, safety, and environmental programs across our regional operations. This role ensures regulatory compliance, drives a strong safety culture, manages incident investigations, and leads the company's workers' compensation, auto, and general liability claims processes.
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety Management
Develop, implement, and maintain corporate HSE policies and procedures.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations.
Conduct jobsite audits, inspections, and field safety observations.
Lead safety training programs (confined space, excavation, equipment operation, hazard communication, etc.).
Support the VP of HSE in developing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and site-specific safety plans.
Track and analyze safety metrics (TRIR, DART, near misses) and implement corrective actions.
Incident Investigation & Claims Management
Manage all incident and accident reporting processes across the company.
Conduct or oversee investigations for injuries, vehicle accidents, property damage, and environmental incidents.
Serve as primary liaison with insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and legal counsel regarding claims.
Manage workers' compensation, auto liability, and general liability claims from initial report through closure.
Coordinate medical treatment, return-to-work programs, and modified duty assignments.
Maintain accurate records of claims and analyze trends to reduce future losses.
Prepare documentation and participate in claim reviews, depositions, or legal proceedings as required.
Risk Management & Loss Prevention
Identify operational risks and recommend engineering, administrative, and PPE controls.
Participate in preconstruction planning to evaluate safety and environmental risks.
Assist with fleet safety programs and driver training.
Support insurance renewals and audits by providing loss data and safety program documentation.
Leadership & Culture
Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the organization.
Coach supervisors and managers on safety leadership and accountability.
Participate in management meetings and provide regular HSE performance reports.
Lead safety committees and coordinate company-wide safety initiatives.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
5+ years of HSE experience in heavy civil or trenchless construction.
Strong knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations.
Strong knowledge of managing workers' compensation and liability claims.
Experience with incident investigation and root cause analysis.
CSP, ASP, or CHST certification preferred.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
Skills & Competencies
Strong communication and leadership skills.
Ability to work with field crews and leadership.
Analytical and detail oriented.
Conflict resolution and claims negotiation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management systems.
