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EHS Manager
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What they do
An Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Manager is responsible for managing a coordinated and systematic approach to managing the environmental impact of an organization on the surrounding area. Will ensure that the organization has a systematic approach to complying with environmental regulations, such as managing waste or air emissions. Other responsibilities may include finding ways to reduce the organization's carbon footprint.
$92,078 / year median in Maryland
+12% projected growth
Job Description
SUMMARY:
The EHS Manager identifies existing and predictable hazards on large project sites and takes corrective measures to eliminate risk from the project sites.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health + Safety Sciences or related field , or equivalent safety experience A minimum of five (5) years of experience in occupational Environmental Health + Safety in construction Safety Trained Supervisor Certification, or equivalent Construction Health and Safety Technician Certification, or equivalent Strong k nowledge of federal, state, and local regulations Ability to effectively communicate ideas to employees, trade partners and clientsTECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE
Field Audits, Inspections and Risk Identification Leads comprehensive EHS audits and field inspections on complex or high-risk projects Identifies systemic issues and ensures timely resolution and accurate documentation Conducts peer audits of other EHS Managers and shares findings with department leadership Maintains a strong field presence and models expected EHS leadership behaviors Safety Planning and High-Risk Work Reviews and approves Job Hazard Analyses, Pre-Task Plans, and high-risk work scopes Ensures control measures align with DAVIS standards and regulatory requirements Integrates EHS into preconstruction, logistics , and project planning discussions Leadership and Trade Partner Engagement Facilitates leadership-level engagement on safety performance and risk mitigation strategies Leads project EHS kickoff and trade partner preconstruction meetings Conducts intervention meetings , with assistance from leadership and trade partner leadership to address repeated or significant noncompliance Reinforces accountability and DAVIS safety culture across project teams Training and Education Designs and delivers advanced EHS education and specialized training courses Develops training content tailored to DAVIS operations and project-specific risks Represents DAVIS in external conferences, industry panels, and client-facing safety briefings Incident Investigation and Corrective Action Management Manages incident investigations and root cause analyses Ensures corrective actions are implemented, tracked, and communicated to stakeholders Supports legal defensibility through thorough documentation and follow-up Project & Program Assessments Oversees Monthly EHS Assessments and trend analysis across assigned projects or revenue groups Analyzes safety performance data to drive proactive interventions and planning Leads development and refinement of EHS performance metrics Escalates organizational risks and collaborates with leadership on improvements Systems, Documentation and Regulatory Interface Creates and manages EHS content within internal platforms Instructs project teams and EHS staff on effective use of EHS systems Leads OSHA inspections, insurance audits, and third-party evaluations Represents DAVIS procedures and safety management practices to external stakeholders Policy Development and Compliance Leads development and refinement of project and corporate EHS policies and procedures Applies expert-level knowledge ofOSHA, DAVIS
policy, and contract requirements Ensures compliance, risk mitigation, and legal defensibility across projects Leadership and Staffing Supervises EHS staff and provide day-to-day guidance and oversight Mentors EHS personnel and models professional EHS leadership Interviews and evaluates EHS candidates for technical and cultural alignment Supports professional development for team members Strategic Initiatives, Client Support and Environmental Programs Leads internal business plan initiatives, pilot programs, and tool development Collaborates cross-functionally to advance department strategy Supports client EHS relationship management, including environmental issues, injury claims, and loss control Coordinates environmental compliance and industrial hygiene efforts, including air and noise monitoring and exposure control implementationCORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE
Autonomy + Accountability Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance and oversight from manager s Typically does not perform the work supervised Accountable for work of others Business Impact Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and teams company-wide Decisions are made without oversight and affect the success of the department / revenue group Guides, influences and persuades others either internally in other project / departments or externally Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning Talent Development May have formal management responsibilities Provides feedback to team members Adapts plans and priorities to meet project / department / company goals Creates opportunities for growth and development of team members Problem Solving + Resiliency Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions Takes a new perspective on existing solutions Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of informationDAVIS CORE VALUES
TRUST Excellence in Service- Fulfilling our clients' highest expectations Inclusion
- Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging Integrity
- Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions Building Relationships
- Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work T he base salary (or hourly) range for this position is $115,000.00
- $140,000.00 DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short
- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your