HSE Manager

Position Title: HSE Manager

Reports to: Director of HSEQ

Position Status: Permanent – Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Pasadena, TX (Onsite)

Work Schedule: Standard schedule is Monday through Friday.

Purpose: The HSE Manager drives HSE performance across the organization through KPI management, incident leadership, and field engagement. This role leads HSE personnel, supports Operations in high-risk and client-facing situations, and ensures alignment between corporate strategy and field execution. Working primarily in an office-based setting with regular field presence, the position reinforces H+M’s commitment to Making Safety a Lifestyle.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HSE field personnel, including workload planning, coaching, and accountability
• Develop, track, and analyze HSE KPIs using Excel (intermediate to advanced proficiency required); experience with Power BI strongly preferred
• Manage HSE KPIs and measurables and update associated portals (SharePoint/EOS, etc.)
• Translate data trends into actionable insights to drive continuous improvement in HSE performance
• Serve as the primary point of contact for incident notifications, including after-hours support, and lead incident response, investigation, and case management
• Manage and adhere to project and department HSE budgets
• Represent HSE in client meetings, audits, and high-visibility situations, including addressing performance concerns
• Drive HSE campaigns and initiatives aligned with company risk trends and client priorities (e.g., heat stress, property damage prevention, Good Catch participation)
• Ensure consistent implementation of HSE programs, policies, and procedures across all job sites
• Collaborate with Operations to plan work safely while maintaining alignment with production goals
• Manage HSE systems and platforms (ISN, Avetta, NCMS, Veriforce, etc.) and ensure compliance with client requirements
• Conduct field engagement visits (minimum 1–2 times per week) to maintain visibility and support field execution
• Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, from craft personnel to executive leadership
• Manage OSHA log reporting and submissions
• Support and advise on bid/estimate PQF submissions
• Review and approve EHW safe work plans in the HSE Director’s absence
• Coordinate and lead department meetings (e.g., weekly/quarterly L10)
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, as needed

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in petrochemical construction safety, or five (5) years with a bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field
• Demonstrated experience managing HSE performance through KPI development, tracking, and data analysis
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, data analysis, trend tracking)
• Proven ability to lead incident investigations and manage casework, including root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Experience leading or supporting HSE personnel and field operations, including coaching and performance management
• Strong communication skills with the ability to represent HSE in client-facing and high-pressure environments
• Working knowledge of contractor management platforms (ISNetworld, Avetta, NCMS, Veriforce, etc.)
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of construction safety standards OSHA 1926. (e.g., excavations, scaffolding, steel erection, working at heights, incident investigation, and case management)
• Ability and willingness to support after-hours incident response and business needs as required
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card
• Basic knowledge of DOT regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• ASP, CSP, CHST, OHST, or similar certifications are highly preferred
• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field preferred
• Experience with Power BI, data visualization, or dashboard development
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred, with the ability to effectively communicate with craft personnel in the field

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Sit for long periods of time
• Occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch
• Use hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects

Tool Requirements

• Steel-toed work boots

Environment: Working conditions encountered in this job include those found in a typical office setting as well as an indoor/outdoor manufacturing setting which includes exposure to outside weather conditions, work at elevated heights, climbing of stairs and ladders, and physical manipulation of tools and mechanical equipment. This job demands the use of typical manufacturing personal protective equipment as well as advanced protective equipment as needed.