Large Complex Project EHS Manager

DPR Construction•Santa Clara, CA

43d•$126,000 - $193,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Large Complex Project EHS Manager is responsible for leading and managing all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) initiatives on a large-scale construction project, driving a positive safety culture. This role requires proactive leadership, strategic vision, and hands-on engagement with project teams, trade partners, client, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance, continuous improvement, and the highest standards of safety performance.

Requirements

Certification in Occupational Health and Safety (e.g., CHST, CSP, CRIS, ARM).
Expert knowledge of CAL-OSHA and other construction safety regulations.
OSHA 500 Authorized Trainer.
CPR/First Aid Certified (current).
Minimum 10 years of construction EHS experience, including at least 7 years as a dedicated EHS professional managing project/regional programs.
Proficiency in digital safety platforms (e.g., Hammertech, Microsoft Suite).
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to coach, mentor, and influence others in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in safety, environmental, occupational health, or related field.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Experience managing EHS teams.

Responsibilities

Champion the safety culture efforts, promoting a safe work environment across the project.
Lead safety walks, document safety observations, and ensure regular safety inspections using platforms such as Hammertech.
Stop unsafe work and enforce compliance with DPR's EHSP and project-specific safety requirements.
Recognize and publicly celebrate individuals and teams demonstrating exemplary safety practices.
Grow EHS competencies in project team and EHS team members.
Implement Site-Specific Safety Plan and DPR's EHSP.
Participate in project-specific safety meetings, planning sessions, and staff meetings.
Hold all site personnel accountable for safety compliance, coaching and correcting as needed.
Utilize lessons learned from other projects to drive continuous improvement.
Coordinate and conduct orientations, including High Risk Activities (HRA) training for all workers and trade partners.
Ensure incident reporting procedures are followed, logs are updated, and root cause analyses are conducted for all incidents.
Manage medical services and drug screening processes for the project.
Maintain clear, proactive communication with project teams, trade partners, and leadership.
Use established platforms for team coordination.
Mentor and coach safety professionals, managers, and champions on site.
Mediate between safety and field operations to resolve conflicts around safety requirements.
Implement and manage DPR's Environmental Health & Safety Plan (EHSP) for the project.
Conduct hazard recognition, prevention, and mitigation activities, leveraging data and analytics to guide strategy.
Prepare and facilitate trainings, emergency response drills, and ongoing safety education.
Oversee documentation, ensuring all safety records, submittals, and training certifications are accurate and up to date.
Lead incident investigations, cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
Support claims management, collaborate with internal risk and insurance teams, as well as Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) carrier.
Share incident results, lessons learned, and process improvements with project and regional leaders.
Drive innovation in safety tools, equipment, and work practices.
Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and DPR philosophies.
Support specific EHS campaigns and initiatives.
Foster a culture of support, recognition, and growth among all project team members.