HS&E Supervisor – Marine Construction
Location: Vancouver, Washington Region: Pacific Northwest Travel: Required Throughout the Pacific Northwest
ABOUT ORION
Orion is a leading specialty construction company providing marine construction, dredging, and heavy civil infrastructure services throughout the United States. Through its Marine segment, Orion specializes in the construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of critical waterfront infrastructure, including ports, marine terminals, docks, piers, wharves, bridges, bulkheads, and other coastal and inland marine facilities.
Orion's Pacific Region operations support complex marine and heavy civil construction projects involving pile driving, marine foundations, structural concrete, dredging, and specialized construction activities performed from barges, vessels, and waterfront construction sites.
Our success is built upon a commitment to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, with Integrity serving as the foundation of everything we do. We are committed to maintaining a strong safety culture that protects our employees, project partners, and the communities in which we operate.
POSITION SUMMARY
Orion is seeking an experienced Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) Supervisor to support its Pacific Region marine construction and heavy civil operations. This position will be based out of Orion's Vancouver, Washington office, with regular travel required to active construction projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.
The HS&E Supervisor is responsible for providing field safety leadership, regulatory compliance oversight, and administrative support for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Orion's health, safety, and environmental programs.
Areas of responsibility include employee safety, accident and incident prevention, safe work practices, safety training, OSHA compliance, workers' compensation, field safety inspections and audits, emergency response, risk management, fire protection, pollution prevention, and the administration of company safety policies and procedures.
The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, superintendents, foremen, craft personnel, and regional safety leadership to identify workplace hazards, implement corrective actions, and promote a proactive safety culture across multiple construction projects.
This is a field-oriented supervisory position requiring an understanding of marine construction activities, including pile driving, dredging, marine foundations, waterfront structures, and construction operations performed from barges and other marine equipment.
The incumbent must demonstrate and support Orion's core values of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, all built upon the foundation of Integrity.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide health, safety, and environmental oversight for marine construction and heavy civil projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Support the development, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of company HS&E programs, policies, and procedures.
Conduct regular field safety inspections, jobsite audits, hazard assessments, and safety compliance evaluations.
Work directly with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and field personnel to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Prepare and maintain weekly safety project reports, monthly PCSR reports, quarterly safety recognition reports, and other required safety documentation.
Assist with the preparation of safety-related documentation for project bids and proposals, including Construction Site Safety Plans, Site-Specific Safety Plans, Emergency Action Plans, and historical safety performance statistics.
Develop and maintain accurate safety department records, project safety files, training documentation, certifications, inspection reports, and regulatory compliance records.
Assist with the collection, analysis, and reporting of safety performance data to identify trends, potential hazards, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
Coordinate employee safety training, including class registration, scheduling, certification tracking, and administrative support for instructors.
Conduct or assist with employee safety orientations, toolbox talks, pre-task planning meetings, and other safety training activities.
Participate in accident, incident, and near-miss investigations, including gathering information, documenting findings, identifying root causes, and tracking corrective actions.
Provide administrative support for injury, property damage, and pollution-related claims, including reporting, documentation, and coordination with safety management and risk management personnel.
Enter, maintain, and update safety-related information within Orion's Safety Management System, including Intelex and other designated platforms.
Monitor compliance with applicable OSHA regulations, maritime safety requirements, environmental regulations, and project-specific safety standards.
Assist with the development and implementation of emergency response procedures and participate in emergency preparedness activities.
Support environmental compliance initiatives, including pollution prevention, spill response, waste management, and environmental incident reporting.
Promote employee engagement and accountability through proactive safety communication, coaching, and field interaction.
Coordinate with regional safety leadership and project management to ensure consistent application of company safety policies across multiple project locations.
Travel regularly to active marine construction and heavy civil project sites throughout Washington, Oregon, and other Pacific Northwest locations as operational needs require.
Perform additional safety-related administrative, technical, and supervisory responsibilities as assigned.
EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
Responsible and accountable for personal safety and for promoting the safety of employees, subcontractors, visitors, and others present at Orion project locations.
Demonstrate an active commitment to Orion's safety culture and core values.
Exercise stop-work authority whenever an unsafe condition, activity, or situation is observed or reasonably anticipated.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, company policies, and established safety procedures.
Promptly report unsafe conditions, incidents, near misses, and violations of company policies or regulatory requirements.
Support field leadership in maintaining safe working conditions and implementing corrective actions when deficiencies are identified.
Participate in required safety training, certification programs, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Promote compliance with applicable OSHA, maritime, environmental, and project-specific safety requirements.
Maintain confidentiality regarding company information, employee records, incident reports, proprietary materials, and other sensitive business information.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of occupational safety and health experience in a marine construction environment required.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related discipline strongly preferred.
A Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) credential, such as CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, or STS-C, is required, or the candidate must be able to obtain an applicable BCSP credential within one (1) year of employment.
Experience supporting marine construction, heavy civil construction, dredging, pile driving, waterfront infrastructure, or similar construction operations strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, construction safety standards, accident and incident prevention, emergency response, risk management, and established safety management practices.
Familiarity with applicable maritime construction safety regulations, including OSHA 29 CFR 1926, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, and other relevant safety standards.
Knowledge of applicable state safety requirements, including Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) and Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) requirements, preferred.
Experience conducting field safety inspections, incident investigations, employee safety training, and regulatory compliance assessments.
Familiarity with environmental compliance, spill prevention, and pollution response procedures associated with marine construction operations preferred.
Experience with electronic Safety Management Systems, including Intelex or similar platforms, preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Skills and Competencies
Strong field safety leadership skills and the ability to influence safe work practices across multiple construction teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage employees at all organizational levels.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with project managers, superintendents, foremen, craft personnel, and regional safety leadership.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly regarding safety documentation, reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to identify workplace hazards, evaluate risks, and recommend practical corrective actions.
Comfortable conducting safety orientations, delivering toolbox talks, and supporting employee training initiatives.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities across geographically dispersed construction projects.
Sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to remain composed during emergencies or challenging field situations.
Self-motivated, dependable, and capable of working independently while supporting a regional safety team.
Strong commitment to continuous improvement, employee engagement, and proactive incident prevention.
Work Location and Travel Requirements
This position is based out of Orion's Vancouver, Washington office.
Regular travel to active marine construction and heavy civil project sites throughout the Pacific Northwest is required.
Project assignments may include locations throughout Washington, Oregon, and surrounding areas.
Must be comfortable working in active marine construction environments, including waterfront facilities, barges, vessels, docks, piers, and other marine work platforms.
Must be flexible to accommodate project schedules, changing field conditions, and occasional extended assignments at regional project locations.
Must possess a valid driver's license and meet company requirements for business-related travel.
This is an office-based and field-oriented position requiring regular interaction with construction project teams. This is not a remote position.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
Must be capable of working in active construction environments, including marine facilities, docks, piers, barges, vessels, and other waterfront locations.
Must be able to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed footwear, high-visibility clothing, respirators, personal flotation devices, and other protective equipment as required.
Must be able to safely navigate construction sites, including uneven terrain, temporary access structures, and marine work platforms.
Must be able to perform field inspections and site visits under varying weather and environmental conditions.
Must possess the ability to recognize critical safety issues, evaluate potential risks, and communicate appropriate corrective actions to field and management personnel.
Must be capable of remaining calm and responding appropriately during emergency situations.
Must be able to evacuate work areas safely and promptly when required.
Must be capable of balancing field responsibilities with administrative duties, reporting requirements, and safety documentation.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Orion offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families. Salary range: $95,000 - $110,000
Benefits include:
Medical Insurance, including Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Leave, and Company-Recognized Holidays
Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave
Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Professional Development and Career Advancement Opportunities
CANDIDATE RESPONSE
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through Orion's official career website:
https://www.oriongroupholdingsinc.com/about-us/careers-at-orion
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications and be willing to work from the Vancouver, Washington office while traveling regularly to construction project locations throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Orion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Orion is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and professional workplace where employees are empowered to contribute to the successful delivery of critical infrastructure projects.
