Job Description

Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Manager – Crane Operations Focus

Location: Gainesville, VA (On-site)

Compensation: $45.00–$50.00/hour + $1,000/week per diem

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:

SAVI EHS is seeking a highly skilled Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Manager to lead safety efforts on a high-profile data center construction project in Gainesville, VA. This role requires a strong background in crane operations, including lift planning, rigging verification, and critical lift execution. The ideal candidate is a former crane operator or someone with hands-on experience overseeing heavy lifting activities. In addition to crane safety, this role will be responsible for implementing and managing comprehensive sitewide safety programs—ensuring full compliance with OSHA standards and fostering a proactive safety culture among all trades.

Key Responsibilities – Crane & Rigging Focus:

• Lead all aspects of crane safety and lift planning, including review and approval of critical lift plans and load calculations.
• Conduct pre-lift meetings and act as safety authority during crane operations.
• Inspect rigging equipment and oversee rigging operations to ensure compliance with ASME, OSHA 1926 Subpart CC, and project standards.
• Interface with lift directors, engineers, and operators to ensure safe execution of all hoisting and rigging tasks.
• Monitor subcontractor crane operations and ensure certifications and qualifications are up to date.
• Investigate crane-related incidents, near misses, and equipment failures; drive corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities – General EHS Oversight:

• Manage the overall site safety program for a multi-trade construction project, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EM 385-1-1, NFPA 70E, and other applicable regulations.
• Conduct daily site inspections, safety walks, and behavior-based observations.
• Deliver site-specific safety orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety training sessions.
• Review and track Daily Hazard Analyses (DHAs), JHAs, permits (Hot Work, Confined Space, LOTO), and ensure proper implementation in the field.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective/preventive actions.
• Support emergency response planning, evacuation drills, and coordination with local responders.
• Analyze safety data, generate trend reports, and present findings to site leadership and client EHS teams.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to monitor compliance and promote proactive safety engagement.
• Serve as a liaison between the client, contractors, and internal teams on all safety-related matters.
• Support the development and continuous improvement of site-specific safety plans and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Former crane operator or substantial hands-on experience with critical lift operations and crane safety.
• 5+ years of EHS leadership experience on industrial, data center, or large commercial projects.
• OSHA 30 & 510 required; OSHA 500, CHST, CSP, or NCCCO Lift Director Certification highly desirable.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of construction safety software (Procore, iAuditor, Predictive Solutions, etc.).
• Strong leadership, communication, and incident management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple safety priorities and interface effectively with field crews, client reps, and senior leadership.

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