Health, Safety & Environment Manager

In 2012, PME Inc. joined the EllisDon group of companies and currently functions as a self-performing, heavy civil contractor. PME offers a comprehensive range of services, such as Earthworks and Undergrounds, Pipeline, and Railways, and is committed to upholding EllisDon's values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, and quality. PME Inc. champions a zero-harm culture, prioritizing safety and environmental responsibility. They exceed regulatory requirements and have a Responsive Modified Work Program to ensure workplace safety. They value diversity and inclusion, understanding that different perspectives lead to innovation. We are committed to sustainable and equitable relationships with Indigenous communities, focusing on mutual respect and transparent communication.

You as a HSE Manager:

• Lead site safety programs across earthworks, underground utilities, pipeline, and heavy civil construction projects.
• Be responsible for site orientations, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Monitor employees, subcontractors, and equipment operators to ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory safety requirements.
• Proactively identify and mitigate hazards related to excavation, trenching, underground utilities, heavy equipment operations, and public interface work.
• Organise and deliver safety training programs, including WHMIS, Ground Disturbance, Fall Protection, Confined Space, PPE, and First Aid/CPR.
• Support project teams in maintaining zero-harm culture through coaching, mentoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct site audits, participate in safety meetings, and ensure all safety documentation is completed and maintained.

Is this the right role for you?

• You have a minimum of 5 years of health and safety experience supporting heavy civil, earthworks, underground utility, pipeline, or infrastructure construction projects.
• Must have or be working toward a National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) designation.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta OHS legislation, COR requirements, and civil construction safety practices.
• Experience conducting incident investigations, field-level risk assessments, and developing corrective actions.
• You have the ability to influence, coach, and engage frontline workers, supervisors, and subcontractors in promoting a strong safety culture.
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills with field crews and project stakeholders.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status. The EllisDon core values of Integrity and Mutual Respect welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Mutual Accountability means that we all have a role to play. As an EllisDon employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to Inclusive Diversity. Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested. We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates.

The EllisDon uses AI tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. From our employees to clients, subcontractors, partners, and our considerable network of contacts, building strong, resilient relationships is the key to our success. We pride ourselves on being great people to work with. Guided by our shared values of trust, complete openness, and mutual respect and accountability, we've built a construction services company known for our people and integrity. We exist to provide great careers to one another. With us you can expect to continually evolve your career, benefitting from mentorship at every level and working collaboratively with other teams to expand your knowledge and experience. Values-based leadership. EllisDon's culture and approach to business is a reflection of our core values and principles: freedom, trust, complete openness, mutual accountability, entrepreneurial enthusiasm, integrity and mutual respect.