Safety, Health & Environment Manager - Aviation

AECOM Hunt has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Safety, Health & Environment Sr Manager to support a large, complex aviation construction project in Chicago. This senior-level role will lead and oversee safety, health, and environmental activities across the project.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive construction safety leadership experience, preferably supporting major aviation, infrastructure, or other large-scale/mega construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the ES&H Director in formulating and administering environmental safety and health policies and programs.
• Supervise ES&H activities and select related facilities/project personnel.
• Plan and conduct training for project personnel on ES&H policies, procedures, inspection, regulatory compliance, and incident investigation.
• Represent the Company on technical and professional committees and assist in local, State, Federal, and industrial standards, codes, or regulatory formation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Requirements:
• BA/BS Occupational Safety or similar curriculum and 8 years of construction safety management experience.
• 2 years of leadership experience.
• Commercial Construction Safety Management experience.
• Valid U.S. drivers license.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Undergraduate degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, or a related field such as Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in Regulated Compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT).
• Recordkeeping proficiency in proper documentation procedures for incidents, audits, and training.
• Experience in risk assessment and mitigation, safety program development, continuous improvement, and incident investigation.
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects ($50+ million).
• CSP preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing safety training programs.
• Safety team leadership experience.

Physical Demands:

• The role requires physical stamina and mobility, including the ability to climb ladders and stairs, use personnel hoists, and move through various terrain and active construction zones.
• Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Team members must be capable of using their hands to handle tools and materials, and perform activities such as sitting, standing, walking, speaking, hearing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted may be necessary on an occasional basis.

Work Environment:

• Individuals in construction field roles work primarily on active job sites where exposure to environmental and job-related hazards is common.
• These environments may include proximity to heavy machinery, elevated work areas, airborne particles, varying weather conditions, and potential electrical risks.
• Noise levels may vary from moderate to high depending on the phase of construction.
• Employees may be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and must remain alert to ensure safety.

Additional Information:

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position is not hybrid nor remote.
• Relocation available for this role.