OHS Project Manager, Consulting Department
Salary $70-85,000/year
Toronto, Hybrid
Company Description
Our client is a premier consulting firm specializing in high-quality occupational health and safety services for both large and small companies. Their approach involves providing comprehensive 360-degree support in Occupational Health and Safety, bolstered by their proprietary online management system, robust consulting services, and targeted training programs. Their core philosophy is to seamlessly integrate safety into their clients’ organizational cultures, ensuring not only compliance but sustained adherence to safety standards.
Our client offers a variety of services tailored to meet the needs of any industry:
Online Management System: Their powerful platform streamlines Safety, HR and Learning management.
Consulting Services: Their experienced consultants guide organizations in implementing effective safety practices.
Training Programs: They provide CPO approved training and courses designed to enhance safety awareness and knowledge.
In addition, our client specializes in implementing COR, ISO, and WSIB Excellence programs to further support their clients in maintaining the highest safety standards.
Benefits in addition to salary:
Collaborative and supporting team environment.
Opportunity for career advancement within company
Medical/Dental/Vision care
Paid time off
Work-life balance
Year-end bonus
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Senior Manager of the Consulting Dept, the Project Manager directs all phases of the consulting client program, including OH&S accreditation programs, from kick-off to completion. Responsible for leading the project team to ensure timely completion of consulting projects. Supports the development of best practices and establishment of internal processes/ Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to meet client objectives. Ensures that project delivery is aligned with client goals and established and/or developing SOPs. Acts as a key client contact for project activities, leading project review sessions with clients to present and review key deliverables.
Analyzes problem/opportunity areas of assigned projects and evaluates options. Establishes project delivery schedules and milestones, and monitors adherence to project plans and quality standards. Identifies problems and obtains/directs solutions, including resource assignments. Directs the work of staff assigned to the project/project manager; provides leadership and coaching to foster professional development of staff assigned to the manager.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for leading the operations of assigned OH&S Project Team and the development of new PH&S consulting services including:
Development and delivery of Job Hazard Analysis, Health and Safety Manual, Practices and Procedures, Employee Safety Handbooks, Risk Assessments, etc.
Activities leading to the PH&S program accreditation for clients
Supports the strategic business direction of the company and the consulting team;
Contributes to the development of the teams’ operation plan to meet business objectives along with appropriate risk management strategies;
Consulting Team Operations Plan
Resource allocation to assigned clients
Establishes internal and external reporting
Set performance goals and career development for team/individual.
Implements operating plans to meet business objectives along with appropriate risk management strategies;
Recommendations towards hiring plans and hiring strategies
Establishes project plan for assigned number of clients
Directs variance reporting for assigned clients
Implements escalation procedures
Conducts performance evaluation for direct reports
Conducts periodic meetings weekly, monthly, etc, sets agenda and follow up
AR management
Explore possibilities to up-sale training program
Collaborates internally within the business to leverage implementation capabilities.
Keeps abreast of developments in the industry by involvement in industry events, associations and close liaison with stakeholders, suppliers and customers.
Helps develop new product and service offerings to clients.
Conducts training for new staff including onboarding.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Health and Safety, Public Health, or a related field
5+ years experience in Occupational Health and Safety Program delivery including but not limited to gap analysis, job safety analysis, risk assessment, site inspections.
3+ years experience in Project Management and the ability to meet deadlines and maintain program delivery within scope and budgets.
Knowledge of OHS laws, regulations and guidelines in Ontario.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong client relationship management skills
Ability to manage and develop staff
Ability to advise clients and answer inquiries about their safety concerns.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), or other accredited
Travel Is required across Ontario for client site visits.
• A Valid Driver License is required.