Employee Health & Safety Manager

Fuss & O'Neill
$115,000.00 - $125,000.00 / yr
paid time off, remote work
United States, Connecticut, Hartford
May 21, 2025
Description Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That's what it takes to work at Fuss & O'Neill - because that's what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we've prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you've found your future. Fuss & O'Neill is seeking an Employee Health & Safety Manager that will oversee the development, implementation, and enforcement of health and safety programs, policies, and procedures. This individual will ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, and champion a culture of safety throughout the organization. This individual will also assist with the implementation of EHS initiatives across Fuss & O'Neill's parent organization. This individual will need to be able to lead through influence, effect positive change, and promote accountability, doing so with compassion and care. This individual will be a natural leader and collaborator that can communicate effectively up and down the organization, building relationships of trust, delivering on their promises, and holding themselves to the highest ethical standard. This is a hybrid remote position that will require regular travel to offices along the East Coast of the U.S. Key Responsibilities Compliance Develop and maintain comprehensive health and safety policies and procedures Maintain corporate profile with third party vetting programs (ISNetworld, Avetta, etc) Maintain accurate records of injuries, inspections, and compliance Ensure compliance with OSHA and other relevant safety regulations Education Organize safety training and onboarding for all employees including conducting first day safety orientation Provide guidance to employees on a variety of health & safety related topics Conduct regular risk assessments, site inspections, and EHS audits and provide 'lessons learned' to encourage continued focus on prevention Provide and coordinate employee training programs Incident Investigations Lead incident investigations and recommend corrective actions Collaborate with HR to manage workers' compensation cases and return-to-work programs Knowledge Sharing Keep up to date with new regulations and industry best practices; bringing recommendations to Executive Leadership Team during regular roundtables Create and promote programs supporting employee participation in our safety culture and continuous improvement Prepare incident alerts Analyze event trends and prepare summaries of findings for management Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, or related field Professional experience working independently to manage health & safety function in a mid-size to large organization In-depth knowledge of OSHA standards and EHS regulations Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and training abilities Certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHST are highly desirable Effective communicator both through oral presentations and written communications Demonstrated knowledge of policy and HASP development Why You'll Love Working with Us Schedule Flexibility: Customize your work schedule to fit your life. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits to keep you and your family healthy. Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials to fuel your professional growth. Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge with our generous paid time off policy. Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges. Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings. Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position All offers are contingent upon a successful criminal background check. Fuss & O'Neill, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Fuss & O'Neill participates in the Federal e-Verify program. #LI-AS1 About Fuss & O'Neill Fuss & O'Neill is a civil and environmental engineering firm that provides client-specific, forward-thinking, and holistic solutions. Since 1924, we have made it our mission to improve the built and natural environments in response to our public and private clients' evolving needs. Our hiring process Stage 1: Applied Stage 2: Initial Screening Stage 3: 1st Interview Stage 4: Offer Stage 5: Hired