Lead Technical Project Manager - EHS

$94,420 - $125,890/Yr

Lumen Technologies - Trenton, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Trenton, NJ

Telecommunications

About the position

The Lead Technical Project Manager for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) at Lumen will spearhead national initiatives to enhance workplace safety and compliance. This role involves collaboration with various teams to develop safety guidelines, conduct training, and monitor supplier safety practices. The candidate will engage with employees and external partners to promote safety awareness and implement corrective actions to mitigate hazards, ensuring a culture of safety across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Environmental Health and Safety initiative on a national level.
• Document Lumen's safety guidelines and develop training standards and best practices.
• Monitor supplier safety practices and documentation.
• Engage with employees and external partners regarding safety awareness and practices.
• Conduct worksite reviews and engage with external partners on their safety plans.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to eliminate or mitigate environmental, health, and safety hazards.
• Promote awareness of EHS and foster a culture of safety.
• Develop programs and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Perform various EHS duties including compliance with company standards and government regulations.
• Conduct and document injury and vehicle/field accident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Build relationships with other departments and stakeholders to promote safety awareness.
• Prepare and disseminate communication materials centered on risk analysis and mitigation strategies.
• Participate in EHS briefings and educational meetings.
• Apply EHS standards and regulations, interpreting OSHA, ANSI, NIOSH, NFPA, IBC, DOT regulations.
• Perform routine risk assessments, field observations, and incident investigations.
• Collect incident/claims report data and communicate trends.
• Audit policy adherence and ensure compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Serve as a field safety resource and provide guidance on EHS topics.
• Lead local safety initiatives and perform program audits to improve safety performance.
• Investigate incidents and recommend remedial actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Communicate safety and environmental compliance messages to all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety or related field and 2 years' experience in a related field, or a master's degree with up to 2 years' experience, or 7+ years' experience in a related field in lieu of a degree.
• Experience performing safety inspections ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, prepare reports, and present to a large audience.
• Willingness to travel between locations within the region and across the country.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local safety regulations, protocols, and procedures.
• Advanced experience using a Windows-based PC in a work setting.

Nice-to-haves

• 7+ years related work experience.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and enforcing safety programs and protocols.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications in a work setting.
• Experience working in the telecommunications industry.
• Industry and vendor-specific certifications and training (CSM, OHST, CUSP, OSHA (500, 501) certifications, or equivalent).
• Associate Safety Professional or Certified Safety Professional certifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee discount programs