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Area EHS Manager

BrandSafway

Kansas City, KS

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$110,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Coaching, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Planning, Corporate Planning, Customer Relations, Documentation, Driver's License, Emergency Management, Emergency Procedures, Emergency Response, Environmental Health, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Laws and Regulations, Hazard Analysis, Healthcare Providers, Incentive Programs, Interpersonal Skills, Interpret Regulations, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), OSHA, People Management, Productivity Management, Program Evaluation, Program Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Equipment, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Scaffolding, State Laws and Regulations, Training Program, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Kansas City, KS
POSTED
Today
At BrandSafway, we know our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we give them the tools, training, and resources to be successful. Come join our growing team!


Job Summary:


The Area EHS Manager is responsible for providing leadership and expertise in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses across assigned branches and job sites. This role partners with branch and field management to implement effective safety programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a strong safety culture. The position involves hazard identification, program development, compliance oversight, training, and incident investigation, while ensuring adherence to OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, NFPA, and other applicable regulations.


Key Responsibilities:


+ Anticipate, identify, and evaluate hazardous conditions and practices, and develop and implement effective hazard control programs.

+ Administer, monitor, and evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs and hazard mitigation strategies.

+ Facilitate and document safety training for employees, supervisors, and temporary workers; conduct safety meetings and ongoing training programs.

+ Perform branch and job site inspections and observations to identify hazards and ensure compliance, including climbing scaffolds and entering confined spaces when required.

+ Coach and guide employees and management on safety compliance, safe work practices, and proper product applications.

+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA, DOT, MSHA, EPA, and NFPA.

+ Interface with customers and site EHS personnel to support safety initiatives and resolve safety concerns.

+ Investigate incidents and accidents, ensuring thorough documentation, root cause analysis, and preservation of evidence.

+ Support workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs in coordination with medical providers and Risk Management.

+ Carry out managerial responsibilities including overseeing safety programs, administering safety incentive initiatives, and managing emergency response procedures.

+ Approve and oversee procurement of safety equipment for job sites and branches.

+ Provide leadership and direction to Site Safety Professionals, promoting a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.


Qualifications:


+ Bachelor’s degree, associate’s degree in occupational safety, or professional certification (BCSP) in EHS, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ Minimum of 3 years of field EHS experience required.

+ OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (or higher); HAS or equivalent certification preferred.

+ Ability to travel approximately 5–10%.

+ Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coach employees at all levels.

+ Experience developing and implementing site-level EHS plans aligned with corporate programs.

+ Excellent communication skills, including training, presentation, and written documentation abilities.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer applications.

+ Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

+ Advanced knowledge of construction and general industry safety regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements effectively.


BrandSafway offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance along with a generous 401k plan.


About Us:


BrandSafway is a leading global provider of access, specialized services, and forming and shoring solutions to the industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets. Through a network of ~340 strategic locations across 25 countries and ~40,000 employees, BrandSafway delivers a full range of industrial service solutions. BrandSafway supports maintenance and refurbishment projects as well as new construction and expansion plans with unmatched service from expert local labor and management. Today’s BrandSafway is At Work For You® — leveraging innovation and economies of scale to increase safety and productivity, while remaining nimble and responsive.


BrandSafway, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, special disabled or veteran status.


Notice to all potential job candidates:


Please be advised that BrandSafway will never require or ask for any fee from you in exchange for being considered, hired, promoted, transferred or having ongoing employment with us. It is a violation of our Code of Conduct if any employee requests any money or fee from you in exchange for tentatively special treatment or consideration. If anyone, regardless of whether an existing employee, or anyone else, requests payment of any fee in exchange for being hired into our company, you may confidentially contact our HR Compliance department at hrcompliance@brandsafway.com and provide the name of the individual and any other documentation or proof of such an act.


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