Bilingual Sr. EHS Manager Job Details | Aecon

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on :

Safety Always.

Our number one core value. If we cant do it safely, we dont do it at all.

Integrity.

We lead by example, with humility and courage.

Accountability.

Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.

Inclusion.

We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we :

Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to

support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Believe in helping you build your career through our

Aecon University and Leadership Programs.

Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our

Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.

Are a

leader in sustainable construction . With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by

minimizing our impact

on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. Were always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. Were proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canadas infrastructure and transportation networks, and were ready to build the future of our country.

At Aecon, we aim to be the partner of choice for end-to-end delivery of civil infrastructure projects and as such we are looking for our next Bilingual Sr. EHS Manager to support our Civil East division in Quebec on the Contrecoeur Project.

What Youll Do Here :

Lead and align a team of Operational EHS direct reports to EHS strategic intent by focusing the teams activities and holding each individual accountable for results.

Member of the Safety Senior Management Team accountable for contributing to the development of EHS strategy at the organizational level.

Actively participate in operational Senior Management team meetings and engage senior leaders on EHS related issues and opportunities with a focus on action.

Works closely with relevant senior operational leadership to coach, guide and mentor on EHS requirements and leadership behaviors expected by Aecon.

Drives consistent implementation of Aecon EHS strategy, vision, programs, policies and initiatives across operational sector / project(s).

Maintain a pulse on EHS related concerns or developments and provide pragmatic and timely solutions to address issues that impact the attainment of business objectives.

Build strong relationships with EHS counterparts on JVs to ensure ongoing collaboration, communication and support.

Manages the day-to-day activities of Aecon EHS operations within assigned sector / project(s).

Ensures compliance to the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other pertinent legislation.

Inspects and Audits project facilities and recommends corrective and / or preventative measures.

Represents the organization in community or industry safety associations and programs.

Collaborates with EHS Claims team on workers compensation and claims management processes.

Management of work-related accident files.

Supervise / conduct accident investigations, analyze trends and ensure corrective actions are addressed.

Develop EHS proposals and assists in marketing strategies and presentations.

Assist in Labour Relations matters as required.

Assist sector with marketing strategies, prequalifications, bids and proposals.

Prepares quarterly status reports for VP of Safety.

What You Bring to the Team :

University degree, Community College or equivalent experience in the Health, Safety, Environment field.

Bilingual with a high level of spoken and written French.

3+ years experience in a senior OHS role in the Construction industry.

3+ years experience delivering EHS training and formal presentations to leadership.

3+ years experience with carrying out major incident investigations.

3+ years experience working in an EHS functional group, including implementing enterprise-wide programs and initiatives.

3+ years experience researching and preparing high level reports on EHS and improvement strategies at the sector level.

A professional designation such as a CRSP, NCSO is preferred.

Understanding of the CNESST workers compensation for Quebec and claims management process.

Familiar with the various union agreements within Quebec.

In-depth knowledge and ability to strategically apply legal requirements across a business sector or region.

Knowledge of change management principles ability to drive, lead and support change at the Organizational and Sector / Project(s) level.

Familiar with the players in all related industries. Understands competitive environment and industry trends in the medium to long term.

Ability to influence the strategic direction of the business at a sector level.

Ability to contribute to, drive and communicate the Aecon EHS strategy and vision.

Highly skilled communicator.

Aecon fosters

diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.