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AECOM is actively seeking a responsive, organized, detailed orientated SH&E Manager for immediate employment to lead Safety, Health & Environment efforts for part of AECOM's Environment Business Line. This position works as a member of a dynamic team of SH&E Managers, Specialists, and Administrators providing support to AECOM Design, Consulting Services operations throughout the United States. The SH&E Manager must be able to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and challenges, make assessments about resource needs and assist operations leadership in successfully delivering safe and healthy work. AECOM is proud to provide our employees with exciting, challenging projects.   

This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US where AECOM has an office, with a preference for candidates on the West Coast or in Hawaii.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, those listed below:

• Provide visible and active support throughout the region for safety
• Monitor and assess safety programs at diverse work sites (civil construction, building construction, environmental remediation and construction)
• Identify specific, actionable and feasible solutions to complex safety, health and environmental issues
• Lead the incident management process and validate the effectiveness of corrective actions 
• Review site and project specific safety plans, training programs, audit protocols, and supporting safety programs (rewards and recognition, security plans etc)
• Recommend changes to policies and procedures that affect the region's operations and employees 
• Train and coach all levels of employees in the organizations
• Assist operational group in meeting safety performance targets
• Conduct safety training, lead meetings and work groups involving various types of workers, ability to adapt with group dynamics and create engaging learning environments.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Engineering, or other relevant subject.
• 10 years + of relevant experience in a SH&E role.
• Professional certification as a CSP or CIH.
• Experience or demonstrated knowledge of Federal OSHA, USEPA, DOT, EM-385-1-1, Radiation Safety, NFPA 70e, and other regulatory requirements.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be able to motivate others, build teams and maintain forward thinking approach.
• Ability to successfully influence and inspire others to work safely and effectively.
• Able to form trusted relationships with clients, subcontractors and consultants.
• Able to work productively with all levels of the organization including field technicians, engineers, scientists, senior managers and executives.
• Able to work cross functionally in operations, and partner with other internal stakeholders.
• Experience leading geographically dispersed organizations.
• Knowledge or experience managing environmental compliance (RCRA, DOT, HAZCOM, etc).
• Experience with data management and/or analytics platforms such as Microsoft Power BI or Power Automate.

• Relocation assistance and/or per diem is not offered for this position.
• Travel, including occasional overnight stays, will be necessary and may constitute up to 25% of your time.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.