Environmental, Health & Safety Manager- Construction (Virginia Beach)

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager Construction

Location : Virginia Beach

Department : EHS / Construction Management

Reports To : Director of EHS / Project Manager

Position Summary

The Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the companys environmental, health, and safety programs across active construction sites. A key focus of this role is overseeing and ensuring full EHS compliance among subcontractors. The EHS Manager ensures all project stakeholders follow company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices to support a safe, productive, and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Subcontractor Oversight & Compliance

• Oversee and enforce company and regulatory EHS requirements for all subcontractors on active job sites.
• Conduct subcontractor onboarding and orientation, ensuring full understanding of site-specific safety procedures.
• Review subcontractor safety plans, JHAs, and AHAs for completeness and compliance.
• Perform routine EHS inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits of subcontractor operations.
• Lead incident investigations involving subcontractors, determine root causes, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Coordinate daily and weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and joint site safety walks with subcontractor teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for subcontractor EHS personnel, promoting communication and accountability.

Site Safety Management

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Technical Knowledge

Certifications (Preferred)

Skills

Working Conditions