Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Water Treatment Plant Construction
Location : Thousand Oaks, California
Employment Type : Direct Hire (General Contractor)
Start Date : Mid–Late March (potentially sooner for the right candidate)
Compensation : $120,000 – $150,000 annually
- Gas Card
- Annual Bonus
- Vehicle or Car Allowance
About the Opportunity
A leading General Contractor is seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to provide long-term safety leadership for a 5-year Water Treatment Plant construction project in Thousand Oaks, CA. This is a direct-hire position offering strong compensation, stability, and the opportunity to manage EHS strategy on a high-profile infrastructure project.
We are looking for a proactive safety professional with 5–8 years of construction safety experience , ideally with large civil, infrastructure, or water facility projects.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the Project Manager and leadership team to develop and implement a site-specific EHS plan aligned with corporate, divisional, and regional EHS standards.Support Project Managers and EHS teams in coordinating subcontractor EHS programs , ensuring full compliance for subcontractors, vendors, and owner personnel.Lead planning and coordination efforts to minimize hazards, reduce risk, and prevent injuries or property damage.Conduct and coordinate quarterly EHS audits and ongoing project inspections for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.Manage and document incident investigations , including root cause analysis and corrective actions.Accompany injured employees to medical evaluations and ensure post-incident EHS protocol compliance.Advise project teams on industrial hygiene requirements and perform environmental monitoring as needed.Oversee and enforce the company’s Drug-Free Workplace Program (pre-employment, random, post-incident, etc.).Conduct new-hire EHS orientations, site training, and ongoing safety education programs.Administer corporate SPAT processes and provide weekly EHS updates to senior leadership.Maintain strong communication, critical thinking, and safety leadership throughout the project lifecycle.Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Civil Engineering, Construction Management , or related field — or equivalent experience.CHST certification (Construction Health & Safety Technician) required.Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience (water treatment or civil projects strongly preferred).Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, and injury prevention methods.Strong written and verbal communication, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb stairs / ladders, and access active construction areas.Occasional travel may be required.