HSE Manager

Title: HSE Manager KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain   expertise , energy transition solutions, high-end design capabilities, and smart solutions to   optimize   planned and operating assets.   KBR is seeking   a   HSE   Manager   to   lead Health Safety and Environment initiative s.   The HSE   Manager   is responsible for   leading the Health, Safety, and Environmental strategy, governance, and assurance program for a multi-billion-dollar industrial construction project. The role serves as the owner's senior HSE representative and provides independent oversight of EPC, EPCM, construction management, and   contractor   HSE performance throughout engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup phases.   The   HSE   Manager   is responsible for   overseeing project health, safety, and environmental performance. This role   monitors   contractor safety programs, conducts performance assessments,   facilitates   safety leadership initiatives, and promotes a culture of zero incidents across the project. The HSE Lead ensures construction activities are executed   in accordance with   the   client   and KBR’s   safety expectations and applicable regulatory requirements.   The HSE Manager ensures all project activities are executed   in accordance with   applicable regulatory requirements, corporate standards, industry best practices, and project safety   objectives . The position provides leadership to achieve world-class HSE performance and a culture of Zero Incidents while protecting personnel, communities, assets, and the environment.     F unctional   job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:     Strategic Leadership   - HSE Leadership & Governance   Develop and implement the Project HSE Execution Strategy and Assurance Program.   Establish project-wide HSE goals,   objectives , key performance indicators (KPIs), and leading metrics.   Serve as the owner's primary authority on all HSE matters.   Provide visible safety leadership across all project activities.   Lead the development of a strong safety culture emphasizing personal accountability and intervention.   Ensure alignment between owner requirements and contractor HSE programs.     Contractor HSE Oversight   Oversee HSE performance of EPC, EPCM, construction contractors, subcontractors, and service providers.   Review and approve   contractor   HSE plans, procedures, risk assessments, and site-specific safety programs.   Conduct formal audits, field assessments, and management reviews.   Verify contractors   maintain   compliance with regulatory requirements and project standards.   Recommend corrective actions and recovery plans when deficiencies are   identified .   Risk Management   Lead project-wide hazard identification and risk management programs.   Review   high-risk work activities including:    Critical lifts   Work at height   Confined space entry   Electrical safety   Excavation and trenching   Heavy transportation operations   Hot work   Simultaneous operations (SIMOPS)   Ensure effective implementation of Life-Saving Rules and Critical Risk Controls.   Incident Prevention & Investigation   Lead the owner's participation in incident investigations.   Ensure root cause analyses are conducted for incidents, near misses, and high-potential events.   Track corrective actions through closure.   Communicate lessons learned across the project organization and contractor teams.   Develop proactive initiatives to   eliminate   recurring events.   Regulatory Compliance   Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, local jurisdictional requirements, environmental permits, and corporate standards.   Maintain interface with regulatory agencies and external