EHS Manager

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

Responsibilities

Are you an experienced Environmental Health & Safety professional looking for a new challenge? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

ITAC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated EHS Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing our EHS programs at various industrial and construction sites across the country. You will work closely with project managers, field employees, and other EHS managers to ensure compliance with safety regulations and promote a culture of safety throughout the organization. Your innovative mindset and strong leadership skills will play a key role in developing and implementing effective EHS strategies.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the success of the project with effective EHS related services.

• Help create, improve, and comply with Site-Specific EHS Plans.
• Be a team player and integrate into the project team as an equal and valuable member, mentor, and leader.
• Assist EHS Coordinators, the project team and project leadership with incident investigations, corrective actions, EHS related program improvements, and final reports.
• Determine an effective work schedule and be self-directed and conduct independently all required safety and health tasks required by ITAC’s EHS Policy, the customer’s project requirements and any project Site-Specific EHS Plan. 
• Provide EHS related technical support and training to EHS Coordinators, project managers and field employees.
• Evaluate all field safety and health practices, including emergency response procedures, for improvement in effectiveness and compliance as well identify any impending weaknesses or potential gaps.
• Monitor the completion of projects audits and be able to conduct documented audits and inspections of assigned projects, areas, and work tasks.
• Enter all daily, weekly, and special training and audits into ITAC’s online system and customer systems as required.
• Perform detailed equipment, location, and tool inspections and ensure inspection completion as needed.
• Report any trends and reoccurring deficiencies as noted from leading indicators to the EHS Director.
• Communicate with other EHS Managers and EHS Managers about conditions and concerns about their project.
• Recommend air monitoring devices and specialty devices, perform air sampling and monitoring, data logging and basic Industrial Hygiene related tasks.
• Develop training materials and effectively deliver training and instruction at a variety of meeting types.
• Consistently evaluate ITAC’s EHS Program in their assigned areas and ensure implementation.

Requirements

The EHS Manager must be able to work with others.  Overtime is sometimes required. Overnight and extended travel to specific projects may be required periodically.

Experience/Education

• OSHA 30 Hour Construction.
• Minimum 7 years of experience managing EHS programs in industrial, construction, maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or similar general construction companies.
• At least one year of management and oversight experience for direct reports and/or management training.
• Advanced coursework or training in EHS subjects and college level courses and degrees.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive to project sites with company vehicles.
• Strong computer aptitude, including fluency with MS Office; PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Certifications and Training Qualifications – Preferred / Desired

• OSHA 500 Certification – Outreach trainer
• OSHA level courses related to construction and industrial subjects
• EM385-1-1 related courses
• MSHA related courses
• CHST – Certified Safety & Health Technician
• CSP – Certified Safety Professional
• Other EHS related Management Certifications

Benefits

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care