Job Description
Job Description
EHS Manager – Heavy Civil Construction (Active Mining Site)
Location: Mountain Iron, MN
Duration: July 2025 – November 2025
Compensation: $40/hour
Housing Provided client has Hotel room set up for this role.
Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract
Position Overview
We are actively seeking an experienced Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to support a heavy civil construction project at an active mining site. This is a field-based, seasonal role running from May through November 2025. The ideal candidate will bring strong heavy civil or mining experience and hold (or be willing to obtain) MSHA Part 46 and/or 48 certification.
As the EHS Manager, you will play a critical role in promoting, implementing, and maintaining a strong safety culture on-site. You’ll work closely with the Construction Manager, subcontractors, client representatives, and field personnel to ensure all safety protocols and regulatory requirements are upheld.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and enforce all EHS compliance efforts across the project site
- Conduct daily safety inspections and detailed site audits
- Deliver onboarding orientations and ongoing EHS training to personnel
- Ensure safety compliance for heavy equipment operations and mining activities
- Facilitate Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) meetings and regular toolbox talks
- Investigate incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
- Verify all contractors and workers are trained and adhering to site-specific safety procedures
- Analyze safety performance data and report trends to senior leadership
- Review and help develop project-specific safety plans and risk mitigation strategies
- Act as primary liaison to the client’s safety and risk management team
- Maintain all required documentation in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations
- Support a proactive safety culture through employee engagement and recognition programs
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of EHS experience in construction, mining, or heavy civil environments
- MSHA Part 46 and/or 48 certification strongly preferred (or ability to obtain pre-start)
- OSHA certifications such as OSHA 30, 510, 500, or professional credentials like CHST, CSP, or STSC
- In-depth knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations
- Strong leadership skills with a proactive, prevention-focused mindset
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety management/reporting software
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or related field preferred