HSE Assurance Manager

Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States. Work is based within a construction/industrial site and requires extensive walking, climbing, work on elevated and uneven surfaces, confined-space access, and use of task-specific PPE.

Company

hirify.global Sustainable Technology Solutions provides process technologies, advisory services, technical expertise, energy transition solutions, design capabilities, and asset optimization services across the asset life cycle.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain HSE assurance frameworks, project standards, compliance expectations, reporting requirements, and communication protocols.
• Lead HSE assurance programs across large, complex projects and contractor workforces.
• Review and approve contractor HSE plans and monitor compliance with safety standards, regulations, and project obligations.
• Establish performance metrics, conduct audits, analyze findings and trends, and provide corrective-action recommendations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, cross-contractor forums, lessons-learned activities, and performance monitoring.
• Act as the HSE assurance liaison with clients, contractors, project leadership, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies while mentoring HSE professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, environmental science, engineering, industrial hygiene, construction management, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive HSE, assurance, compliance, risk management, or operational safety experience.
• 4+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Experience developing and implementing HSE assurance programs for large-scale industrial, construction, energy, infrastructure, or engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, auditing methodologies, contractor management, and HSE management systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.

Nice to have

• Professional certification such as CSP, CIH, CRSP, NEBOSH, or ISO 45001 Lead Auditor.
• Experience with major EPC, infrastructure, government, or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of supply chain risk management and contractor qualification processes.
• Experience leading multi-contractor environments and complex project assurance activities.

Culture & Benefits

• Zero Harm culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Potential benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability coverage, and paid time off.
• Professional training and development opportunities support career advancement.
• Flexible work schedule options may be available.