Divisional EHS Manager

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first. Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates.

We only accept direct applications. Together We Build – Partnership | Innovation | Excellence | Safety At Kelso Industries, more than 3,500 employees across 30 companies collaborate to deliver industry-leading HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join a team where innovation, safety, and excellence are part of everything we do—and where your career growth is a priority.

Recruiter Notice: We respectfully request that external recruiters and staffing agencies do not submit candidates. We are only accepting direct applicants. At Kelso Building Services, we equip our team members with the tools, training, and support they need to succeed.

Our culture is grounded in integrity, innovation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction—providing a strong foundation for long-term career growth. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Environmental Health Safety leader to oversee EHS initiatives across multiple regions and project sites within construction and MEP operations. This role is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, enhancing safety performance, and fostering a culture focused on risk reduction and continuous improvement.

This position combines strategic leadership with hands-on involvement and requires up to 60% nationwide travel.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership Culture Provide direction and mentorship to EHS Managers, Coordinators, and field personnel across multiple regions Drive a proactive safety culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement Serve as the primary EHS resource for regional leadership and project teams Program Management Develop, implement, and maintain EHS programs, policies, and procedures Ensure consistent application of safety plans, hazard assessments, and risk mitigation strategies across all projects Oversee safety planning for MEP and industrial construction activities Regulatory Compliance Monitor compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, NFPA, and client-specific

Requirements

Conduct audits, inspections, and compliance reviews; ensure timely resolution of findings Manage regulatory documentation, including OSHA logs, environmental reporting, and compliance records Incident Management Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses Implement corrective actions and ensure lessons learned are communicated across teams Track safety metrics and KPIs to drive performance improvements Training Development Oversee safety training programs to ensure workforce competency and compliance Mentor EHS staff and support their professional development Promote certification attainment and continuing education Contractor Oversight Evaluate subcontractor safety performance and ensure compliance with company standards Review safety plans, training records, and prequalification documentation Enforce accountability across multi-employer job sites Reporting Strategy Prepare performance reports, dashboards, and metrics for executive leadership Support strategic planning and budgeting efforts related to EHS initiatives Serve as a liaison with clients, regulators, and external auditors Risk Management Guide risk assessments, hazard analyses, and planning for high-risk activities Ensure safety considerations are integrated into project design, planning, and commissioning

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field 10+ years of progressive EHS experience in construction, industrial, or MEP environme