District Health & Safety Manager

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.

We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of.

As a District Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager for our Atlantic Canada District office, you will be the driving force behind PCL's commitment to a safe and healthy workplace. Reporting directly to our District Manager, and part of our senior leadership team, you will develop and implement proactive strategies that reduce risk, foster a culture of safety and promote well-being. Supporting our operations throughout the Atlantic Canada region, occasional travel will be required as PCL continues to expand in the Maritimes.

Additionally, here is how you will contribute to our team:

Responsibilities

• Review and update HSE policies and practices to ensure they are current, appropriate, implemented, and effectively communicated.
• Oversee the quality and effectiveness of HSE inspections.
• Collaborate with district management to develop and implement a strategic HSE plan.
• Create and assess the effectiveness of the emergency response plan.
• Engage in the response to and resolution of any significant incidents.
• Conduct risk management assessment of trade contractor safety performance and communicate findings to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Participate in the investigation process as per the incident investigation matrix and determine when external resources are required.
• Review the quality of the investigations and subsequent findings.
• Inspire and influence a positive health and safety culture, leading initiatives that promote well-being and a proactive approach to risk management.
• Identify opportunities to mitigate/minimize risk and financial exposure for claims. Assist with the development of any appeals and meet with the compensation board when applicable.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary diploma/degree in OH&S or a related discipline.
• 12 years of experience in the related industry.
• 6 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, execution, and terminology.
• Expert knowledge of all OH&S and environmental legislation related to the district.
• Conflict resolution, with the ability to manage and effectively resolve conflict with clients/government and influence others towards resolution in high-pressure situations.
• Develops, evaluates, and makes recommendations for project HSE processes; communicates what is expected of the district HSE processes; and implements corporate policy.
• Ability to influence safety culture and industry legislation.
• Strong ability to coach and mentor others.
• Ability to travel to all project locations within the Atlantic Canada region.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education, and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status.

PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

Employee Status: Regular Full-Time

Company: PCL Constructors Canada Inc.

Primary Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Job: District Health & Safety Manager

Requisition: 7196