EHS Manager, MultiSite

QXO•Belvidere, IL

16h•$80,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The EHS Manager – Field Operations serves as the primary safety partner for QXO field operations, supporting framing, construction, installation, and project-based activities across multiple sites in the Chicagoland area. The role supports approximately 60–70 sites and requires extensive regional travel and field presence to assess jobsite conditions, coach leaders, identify and mitigate risks, investigate incidents, and promote continuous improvement. The manager leads implementation of QXO’s EHS programs and standards, supports regulatory compliance, and helps operational teams perform work safely while meeting business objectives. The position works closely with field leaders, project managers, and operational teams, and partners with Operations, Human Resources, Risk Management, and Project Leadership. It also supports company safety initiatives and acquisition integration, and represents QXO with customers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other external stakeholders. The role includes construction safety guidance, hazard identification, jobsite audits and inspections, incident investigation, corrective-action tracking, safety training and engagement, and monitoring safety performance. The manager champions a Human and Organizational Performance-based safety culture and supports learning from Potential Serious Injury and Fatality events and Serious Injury and Fatality incidents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 3 years of progressive EHS experience supporting construction, framing, building products, manufacturing, industrial, or field service operations.
Strong working knowledge of OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926).
Experience conducting field audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments in active construction environments.
Ability to influence frontline employees, supervisors, and senior leaders.
Excellent communication, training, and relationship-building skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EHS management systems.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively throughout the assigned region.
Ability to travel up to 60–75% throughout the assigned region.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and active construction environments.
Ability to walk uneven terrain, climb ladders, access elevated work areas, and navigate active jobsites.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and perform site inspections.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to spend prolonged periods driving, standing, walking, and working at a computer.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Professional certification such as CHST, OHST, CSP, ASP, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Serve as the regional EHS leader for framing, construction, installation, and other field-based operations.
Travel throughout the region to conduct jobsite visits, safety assessments, project audits, and leadership coaching.
Ensure consistent implementation of QXO EHS policies, procedures, and standards across field operations.
Build relationships with field supervisors, project managers, and operational leaders to promote ownership of safety performance.
Advise field leadership on risk management, regulatory compliance, and safety practices.
Monitor field operations for compliance with company policies and applicable safety regulations.
Support regulatory inspections and audits and help teams address findings and corrective actions.
Conduct field audits, jobsite inspections, and risk assessments to identify unsafe conditions and behaviors.
Work with operations leaders to eliminate hazards, reduce risk, and verify corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
Review project plans, work activities, and operational changes for potential safety impacts before work begins.
Promote Job Hazard Analyses, pre-task planning, and other proactive risk-management tools.
Lead or support investigations involving injuries, vehicle incidents, property damage, near misses, and significant safety events.
Facilitate root cause analysis, identify corrective and preventive actions, track actions to completion, and evaluate their effectiveness.
Identify recurring risks and trends across projects and regions and develop mitigation strategies.
Champion a Human and Organizational Performance-based safety culture focused on learning, risk recognition, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Drive identification, reporting, and investigation of pSIF events and SIF incidents, and facilitate Learning Teams to identify systemic causes and sustainable corrective actions.
Deliver training, coaching, and mentoring to field personnel, supervisors, and managers.
Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and field engagement activities.
Support onboarding and orientation for new employees and subcontractors.
Recognize positive safety performance and promote employee involvement in safety initiatives.
Track and analyze safety metrics, leading indicators, audit results, observations, and incident trends.
Prepare and present safety performance reports to operational and executive leadership.
Identify opportunities to improve EHS programs, systems, and processes and support company-wide safety initiatives.
Assist with workers’ compensation case management and return-to-work efforts as needed.
Partner with Operations, Human Resources, Risk Management, and Project Leadership to align safety objectives with business goals.
Support due diligence and integration activities for newly acquired operations when applicable.
Represent QXO with customers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and other external stakeholders.
Influence organizational decisions through visible leadership, field engagement, and data-driven recommendations.