Option Excavating Inc. is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Manager to lead and advance our company-wide HSE programs across Alberta and Western Canada. As a recognized leader in heavy civil construction, earthworks, oilfield infrastructure, lease pads, pipelines, facilities, utilities, and industrial construction, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Senior HSE Manager will provide strategic direction, leadership, oversight, and continuous improvement of our HSE management systems. This role will be responsible for fostering a strong safety culture throughout the organization, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting operational teams, and building lasting relationships with clients, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

The successful candidate will be a progressive safety leader with extensive experience in heavy civil and energy construction environments, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for developing people and systems that drive world-class safety performance.

What We Offer
Competitive compensation package
Company vehicle allowance (if applicable)
Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits
Employer-matching RRSP program
Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Career growth with an established and growing Western Canadian contractor
A positive, team-oriented culture where safety is a core value
Opportunity to influence and shape the companys long-term HSE strategy

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
Provide corporate leadership and strategic direction for all Health, Safety, and
Environmental programs across the organization.
Develop, implement, and continuously improve HSE management systems and
initiatives.
Champion a proactive safety culture that promotes employee engagement,
accountability, and continuous improvement.
Serve as the primary HSE advisor to executive leadership, operational managers, and
project teams.
Establish annual HSE goals, performance measures, and improvement plans.

Operational Support

Conduct regular field visits throughout Alberta and Western Canada to support project
teams and ensure compliance.
Mentor, coach, and develop supervisors, managers, and field personnel on HSE best
practices.
Lead and facilitate site safety meetings, leadership engagements, and safety forums.
Collaborate with project management teams during planning and execution phases to
identify and mitigate project risks.
Support project start-ups, hazard assessments, safe work planning, and risk
management processes.
Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with provincial, federal, client, and industry HSE regulations and
requirements.
Maintain COR certification and support ongoing audit readiness.
Oversee internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
Manage contractor and subcontractor HSE prequalification processes.
Monitor legislative changes and emerging industry best practices.
Incident Management & Performance Improvement
Lead incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation.
Manage WCB claims, injury management, return-to-work programs, and modified duty
processes.
Analyze HSE performance metrics, trends, leading indicators, and lagging indicators.
Develop comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and clients.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce risks and improve overall safety
performance.

Client & Industry Relations
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry stakeholders, and
regulatory agencies.
Participate in client audits, safety reviews, and project planning meetings.
Support business development efforts by contributing to client prequalification
submissions and proposal requirements.
Represent the company as a professional ambassador of our HSE culture and values.

Qualifications & Experience Required
Minimum 10+ years of progressive HSE leadership experience within heavy civil
construction, pipeline construction, oil and gas infrastructure, facilities, industrial
construction, or related industries.
Minimum 3 years in a management or senior leadership role.

Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Management,
or related discipline.
Thorough knowledge of Alberta OHS legislation and applicable provincial and federal
regulations.
Proven experience developing and implementing HSE management systems.
Experience managing COR programs, audits, regulatory compliance, and client specific
safety requirements.
Strong understanding of hazard identification, risk assessment, incident investigation,
and environmental management practices.
Experience managing WCB claims and return to work programs.
Ability to travel regularly throughout Alberta and Western Canada.
Valid Class 5 drivers license with a clean driver's abstract.
Ability to pass client required drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including:
o Microsoft Excel
o Microsoft Word
o Microsoft PowerPoint
o Microsoft Outlook
o Microsoft Teams
o SharePoint

Proficiency with HSE management software and platforms, including:
SiteDocs
ISNetworld (ISN)
Avetta
ComplyWorks
Adobe Acrobat
Google Workspace
HRIS and document management systems
Core Competencies
Strategic Leadership
Safety Leadership and Culture Development
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Business Acumen
Communication and Presentation Skills
Relationship Building
Mentorship and Coaching
Change Management

Decision Making
Accountability and Integrity
Organization and Time Management
Adaptability and Flexibility
Safety Leadership Expectations

The Senior HSE Manager is expected to lead by example and demonstrate a visible
commitment to safety excellence by:
Promoting and reinforcing the company's safety culture at all levels.
Maintaining current knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices.
Ensuring all employees and subcontractors receive appropriate training and competency
development.
Taking immediate action to address safety or environmental concerns.
Leading all major incident investigations and corrective action programs.
Supporting operational excellence while maintaining uncompromising safety standards.
Driving environmental responsibility and sustainable work practices across all projects.

Option Excavating is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Option Excavating Inc., we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every employee has the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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