Safety, Health & Environment Manager - CONSTRUCTION

Job Overview

AECOM Hunt is actively seeking a Safety Manager for a large construction project at Chicago's O'Hare airport. The role involves managing safety functions within the project team.

• Under limited supervision, manage one or more ES&H functions within an ES&H department or group within a subsidiary.
• May manage the environmental safety and health function(s) on a large project.
• Fully competent in most aspects of the job.
• Work is complex and requires independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
• Uses independent judgment and provides solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
• Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.

• BA/BS in Occupational Safety or related curriculum and 8 years of construction site safety experience or equivalent.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Construction site safety experience.

• 8 years of experience as a construction site safety professional.
• Aviation/airport construction safety experience strongly preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour certification.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
• Experience with Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) documents.
• OCIP/CSIP experience.
• Experience in safety protocol implementation, audit and reporting on a large construction site.
• Proficiency in construction site PPE, PPE training, reporting and safety orientation.

• Physical stamina and mobility; ability to climb ladders, stairs, use personnel hoists, and move through various terrain and active construction zones.
• Vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Must handle tools and materials, 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 occasionally.

• Construction field roles work primarily on active job sites where exposure to environmental and job-related hazards is common.
• 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 duties may be assigned as needed based on the scope and progress of the project.

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position is not hybrid nor remote.
• For positions with driving responsibilities, Motor Vehicle Records are reviewed as part of AECOM’s background check.
• Employees may be required to pass a client security screening process, which may include a Homeland Security background check and fingerprinting; passing this is a condition of continued employment.

USD  - USD  per month (based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location).

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.