Health & Safety Manager

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

 

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

 

Job Summary

Langan is seeking a Health and Safety Manager to join its collaborative team in California. This individual will serve a key function in reviewing Health and Safety (H&S) policies and procedures, developing and conducting H&S training programs, developing and reviewing H&S plans, performing job site safety inspections, managing incident / injures and near-miss reports, overseeing corporate training records, and provide consulting services to clients as needed. In this role, you will have the opportunity to promote health and safety both firm-wide and with our clientele by partnering cross-functionally to enforce and enhance Langan’s corporate health and safety program and client services.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide industry-leading environmental, health and safety consulting and solutions for clients;
• Review federal, state and local safety regulations to determine applicability, identify potential compliance issues and provide compliance recommendations;
• Prepare, review, and approve site-specific H&S documents to ensure compliance with applicable government requirements and company programs and policies;
• Manage the company’s random drug and alcohol testing program;
• Prepare, review, and implement health and safety training programs including: Hazardous Communications, Confined Space, Job Safety Analysis and HAZWOPER;
• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of corporate H&S policies and procedures;
• Participate and manage Langan's behavior-based safety program including reviewing observation data, promoting, and continually improving the program;
• Manage submittal of reports of work-related incidents, injuries, near-misses and motor vehicle incidents;
• Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of the plans, policies, and procedures and recommend changes to improve safe work behaviors and eliminate potential hazards;
• Perform and manage jobsite safety inspections to identify and evaluate potential unsafe conditions and practices in the workplace;
• Manage and maintain corporate training records in accordance with company standards; and
• Conduct investigations into work-related incidents, injuries, near-misses and motor vehicle incidents to determine root cause and recommend measures to be implemented to prevent reoccurrence.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Safety Management, Environmental Science or relevant H&S field preferred;
• Certification in HAZWOPER, Site Supervisor, or 10 Hour Construction Safety and Health preferred;
• 10+ years of related H&S experience;
• Experience training employees on H&S related policies, procedures, and regulations; Understanding the behavioral aspects of safety programs;
• Knowledge of federal and state-specific H&S regulations and the ability to interpret and apply these regulations;
• Familiarity with Hazardous Communications, Confined Space, Air Monitoring, Job Safety Analysis and Health and Safety Plans;
• Professional certification in a related field (CIH, CSP, CHMM, etc.) a plus;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and Access;
• Knowledge of respirators and fit testing protocols;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to successfully pass drug and alcohol screening and background check as per project-specific requirements;
• Frequent travel to company locations as required;
• Ability to travel to various job sites and spend most, if not all, of the work day on-site and meet with clients, as required; and
• Possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.

 

 

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

 

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

 

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.