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All construction activities will take place while the manufacturing facility remains live and operational.The Construction EHS Manager will oversee general contractors and subcontractors across all trades, ensuring strict compliance with safety standards while maintaining progress on a complex, multi-phase project. The environment requires heightened awareness, proactive hazard mitigation, and the ability to balance safety enforcement with operational demands.Qualifications✅ OSHA 500 or 510 certification (minimum requirement)✅ 3+ years of construction safety experience✅ Strong electrical safety background✅ Working knowledge of NFPA 70E✅ Experience supporting construction at a live manufacturing facility (highly preferred)Additional Requirements✅ Comfortable operating as both a safety enforcer and safety coach✅ Strong verbal and written communication skills✅ Ability to push back on internal stakeholders and contractors when necessary✅ Capable of working independently with minimal supervisionKey ResponsibilitiesOversee safety performance of general contractors and subcontractors across all construction tradesEnforce site-specific safety plans, policies, and regulatory requirementsConduct daily site walks, hazard assessments, and safety auditsLead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and incident investigationsEnsure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, and project-specific EHS standardsAct as the primary safety point of contact for construction leadership and site managementIdentify unsafe behaviors and conditions and implement corrective actionsSkillsConstruction safety management, electrical safety, contractor oversight, hazard identification, incident investigation, safety audits, communication, conflict resolutionKnowledge BaseThis role requires deep knowledge of construction EHS practices, OSHA regulations, electrical safety standards, and NFPA 70E compliance. The ideal candidate understands the challenges of managing safety within a live manufacturing environment, can assess risks across multiple trades, and applies both enforcement and coaching techniques to maintain a safe, productive jobsite.Equal OpportunityConfidential Client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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