Sr Mgr - EHS

DPR Construction • Abilene, TX

5d

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) manages and develops the EHS function on project(s), driving cross-functional performance and achieving strategic objectives. The role partners with project leadership to align EHS strategies with long-term organizational goals and oversees the development and integration of comprehensive, complex EHS programs based on project-level standards and initiatives. It shapes organizational culture through proactive leadership, coaching EHS professionals, and supporting enterprise-wide engagement in EHS initiatives. The role also promotes compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement across projects by using data, emerging technologies, and industry trends.

DPR Construction is a private, employee-owned, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects across advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, the company has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in EHS roles within industrial, manufacturing, construction, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a managerial capacity; the posting specifies 2–4 years.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction training.
• OSHA Course 500 training.
• A bachelor's degree or associate degree in environmental science, occupational health, safety management, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• First Aid (FA), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), or Naloxone Administration (Narcan) certification.
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) certification.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the project EHS function and its personnel, driving performance excellence and talent development across functions.
• Direct teams in interpreting and applying complex regulatory EHS requirements and industry standards.
• Lead project-level strategic planning for EHS risk management, crisis response, and compliance initiatives.
• Integrate project-level analytics, initiatives, and new technologies to improve EHS program outcomes.
• Partner with project leadership to establish the vision, goals, and performance expectations for EHS stewardship.
• Communicate major initiatives and results to leadership to support alignment and engagement.
• Lead accident, injury, and crisis management on project(s), and communicate root causes and lessons learned across the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree