ERM
Construction Safety Manager (Field Based)
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ERM is hiring experienced Construction Safety Managers to provide on-site support for our key pharmaceutical client in Houston, TX. In this critical role you will be responsible for on‑site observation of construction activities from an EHS perspective, ensuring health and safety compliance with applicable regulations and existing company standards, and contributing to an environment where employee health and safety are preserved. You will be present during all site activities and responsible for all health and safety activities, delegating duties to project team members as required. This is a full‑time (40–72 hours/week) limited‑term role for a duration of 12 months, renewable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Engage with general contractors and subcontractors on behalf of the owner, as the owner’s representative.
Promote client’s safety culture across contractor and subcontractor groups.
Proactively identify uncontrolled hazards and influence safe work practices of general contractors and subcontractors on behalf of the owner.
On‑site observation of construction activities from an EHS perspective.
Document activities with respect to required EHS performance.
Train on‑site workers on EHS oversight program requirements.
Help administer project directives given by the Client’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) personnel throughout the project.
Report whether project staff and trade contractors are complying with the Client’s safety procedures and are working in accordance with the approved project‑specific safety plan.
Maintain safety‑related documentation on the project site, including safety orientation training, Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), SDSs, pre‑task assessments, and toolbox talk summaries.
Participate in daily pre‑shift coordination meetings to review the day’s activities and associated hazards.
Review and comment on the General Contractor’s JHAs with project trades and obtain signatures before work commences.
Conduct daily site inspections, focusing on work site orderliness and compliance with safety procedures and protocols; discuss safety deviations with the General Contractor’s Safety Manager and support corrective actions.
Issue daily site observation reports for each site inspection.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, safety, occupational health and safety, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of on‑site experience in construction‑specific project health & safety.
Certification in the field: CHST, ASP, and/or CSP preferred.
Pharmaceutical or high‑tech project experience highly desired.
Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry and construction standards.
Strong commitment to safety, including implementing strict Health and Safety protocols.
Completed training and certifications for OSHA 30‑hour construction, confined space entry training, and fall protection/prevention training preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
Ability to multitask, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to provide excellent project delivery and client service, quality on project deliverables, and organizational skills.
Ability to organize and coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors.
WHO WE ARE As the largest global pure‑play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet today’s needs while preserving opportunity for the future.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is essential to making our company a great place to build a career. We see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world‑class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues.
APPLICATION PROCESS Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, ERM employees, or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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ERM is hiring experienced Construction Safety Managers to provide on-site support for our key pharmaceutical client in Houston, TX. In this critical role you will be responsible for on‑site observation of construction activities from an EHS perspective, ensuring health and safety compliance with applicable regulations and existing company standards, and contributing to an environment where employee health and safety are preserved. You will be present during all site activities and responsible for all health and safety activities, delegating duties to project team members as required. This is a full‑time (40–72 hours/week) limited‑term role for a duration of 12 months, renewable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Engage with general contractors and subcontractors on behalf of the owner, as the owner’s representative.
Promote client’s safety culture across contractor and subcontractor groups.
Proactively identify uncontrolled hazards and influence safe work practices of general contractors and subcontractors on behalf of the owner.
On‑site observation of construction activities from an EHS perspective.
Document activities with respect to required EHS performance.
Train on‑site workers on EHS oversight program requirements.
Help administer project directives given by the Client’s Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) personnel throughout the project.
Report whether project staff and trade contractors are complying with the Client’s safety procedures and are working in accordance with the approved project‑specific safety plan.
Maintain safety‑related documentation on the project site, including safety orientation training, Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), SDSs, pre‑task assessments, and toolbox talk summaries.
Participate in daily pre‑shift coordination meetings to review the day’s activities and associated hazards.
Review and comment on the General Contractor’s JHAs with project trades and obtain signatures before work commences.
Conduct daily site inspections, focusing on work site orderliness and compliance with safety procedures and protocols; discuss safety deviations with the General Contractor’s Safety Manager and support corrective actions.
Issue daily site observation reports for each site inspection.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, safety, occupational health and safety, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of on‑site experience in construction‑specific project health & safety.
Certification in the field: CHST, ASP, and/or CSP preferred.
Pharmaceutical or high‑tech project experience highly desired.
Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry and construction standards.
Strong commitment to safety, including implementing strict Health and Safety protocols.
Completed training and certifications for OSHA 30‑hour construction, confined space entry training, and fall protection/prevention training preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
Ability to multitask, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to provide excellent project delivery and client service, quality on project deliverables, and organizational skills.
Ability to organize and coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors.
WHO WE ARE As the largest global pure‑play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet today’s needs while preserving opportunity for the future.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is essential to making our company a great place to build a career. We see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world‑class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues.
APPLICATION PROCESS Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited to interviews.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias, ERM employees, or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Thank you for your interest in ERM!
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