Director, Health Safety & Environment (HSE) in North Vancouver

Carlson Construction Group, owned and operated by the Carlson family, celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2026. As a distinguished contractor, Carlson specializes in heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation services. Recognized as one of the largest specialty contractors in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver’s annual rankings, our group of companies includes Brymark Installations Group, Corwest Fabrications, Vancouver Pile Driving, and Carlson Marine & Industrial Rentals Ltd (CMIR).

At Carlson Construction Group, safety is more than a program. It is a core value that guides every decision we make. We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Director, Health Safety & Environment (HSE) to lead the strategic direction of our HSE programs across the Carlson Group. This is a rare opportunity for a visionary leader to influence culture at every level of the organization while driving operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across multiple business units.

If you are passionate about creating safer workplaces, developing high-performing teams, and championing a culture where everyone goes home safely every day, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Leadership Team, the Director, HSE will provide strategic leadership and oversight for health, safety, and environmental initiatives across the Carlson Group. You will partner closely with senior leaders, project teams, and field personnel to establish best-in-class standards that support our people, our projects, and our clients. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor, an influential leader, and a champion of continuous improvement who can effectively bridge strategy and execution.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Leadership
  • Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Carlson Group HSE Management System.
  • Lead the company's health, safety, and environmental strategy across all operating companies and project locations.
  • Foster a proactive, people-focused safety culture that promotes accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
  • Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership on HSE performance, risks, and emerging industry trends.
• Operational Excellence & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, and environmental legislation, regulations, permits, and company standards.
  • Develop and maintain corporate HSE policies, procedures, standards, and safe work practices.
  • Lead corporate risk management initiatives, including hazard identification, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
  • Monitor HSE performance through audits, inspections, field observations, incident trending, and KPI reporting.
• Incident Prevention & Response
  • Lead investigations of serious incidents and high-potential events.
  • Ensure root causes are identified and corrective actions are effectively implemented.
  • Oversee emergency response planning, crisis management processes, and business continuity support.
• Environmental Stewardship
  • Drive environmental compliance initiatives related to permitting, waste management, spill prevention, emissions, and environmental protection.
  • Support sustainable business practices that align with operational and client expectations.
• Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HSE professionals across multiple business units.
  • Establish training, competency development, and leadership programs that strengthen organizational capability.
  • Create opportunities for employee engagement through safety observations, recognition initiatives, and communication programs.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build strong relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, industry associations, and operational leaders.
  • Participate in client audits, prequalification processes, and strategic HSE discussions.
  • Support project teams through planning, execution, and continuous improvement opportunities.

What You'll Bring

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional designation such as CRSP, CSP, CHSC, CIH, P.Eng., or equivalent is considered a strong asset.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive HSE leadership experience, preferably within construction, industrial, marine, heavy civil, infrastructure, or related sectors.
• Demonstrated experience leading corporate HSE programs across multiple operations or business units.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence all levels of an organization.
• Extensive knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation and environmental regulations.
• Proven experience developing and implementing management systems, policies, and standards.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience leading organizational change and cultural transformation initiatives.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical field-based solutions.

Why Join Carlson Construction Group?

At Carlson Group, our people are our greatest strength. We believe that strong leadership, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to excellence drive our success.

Salary: $165,000 - $180,000 per annum. The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on job-related factors, including relevant experience, years of experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group’s compensation policy.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation – Competitive base salary, company-paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility.
• Grow Your Career – Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home each week.
• Time to Recharge – 14 statutory holidays per calendar year.
• Comprehensive Benefits – A competitive benefits program supporting your health and well-being.
• Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend – Supporting your physical health and well-being.
• Connected Culture – cohesive team created through regular team-building sessions.
• Long-Term Opportunity – Build your future with a proud, BC-based, family-owned company that invests in its people.

If you're ready to build upon a strong safety foundation and lead the next chapter of Health, Safety & Environment excellence across the Carlson Group, we'd love to hear from you.