Health And Safety Specialist

The Environmental Health & Safety Specialist supports construction operations by developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs, environmental compliance initiatives, and regulatory requirements. This role prepares site-specific health and safety plans, conducts field audits and inspections, investigates incidents, and partners closely with project teams to foster a strong safety culture and promote environmental stewardship across multiple construction projects.

• Develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) programs, policies, and procedures for construction operations.
• Conduct routine site safety and environmental inspections to identify hazards, ensure compliance, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental regulations.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, determine root causes, and drive timely corrective and preventive action plans.
• Develop and maintain site-specific health and safety plans tailored to individual construction projects and activities.
• Maintain accurate compliance documentation, permits, and records to support regulatory requirements and internal reporting.
• Lead safety training initiatives for field personnel and facilitate safety committee meetings to reinforce best practices and awareness.
• Partner with project teams to identify, assess, and mitigate workplace hazards, promoting continuous improvement in safety performance.
• Provide technical EHS support and guidance to field personnel, supervisors, and project leadership on safety and environmental matters.
• Maintain an active field presence across assigned construction projects, engaging with crews and leadership to reinforce safety expectations.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and environmental reviews, and communicate findings and recommendations in a clear, actionable manner.
• Support the implementation and management of OSHA-compliant safety programs, including program evaluation and updates as needed.
• Collaborate with leadership and project teams to influence and strengthen safety culture across the organization.
• Use Microsoft Office tools to prepare reports, track metrics, document inspections, and communicate safety information effectively.

• 5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience within the construction industry.
• Proven experience implementing and managing OSHA-compliant safety programs in construction environments.
• Hands-on experience conducting site safety audits, inspections, and environmental reviews.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate accidents and incidents and develop effective corrective action plans.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental requirements.
• OSHA 30 Construction Safety certification.
• Experience developing site-specific health and safety plans for construction projects.
• Ability to travel regularly to project sites, approximately 10%50% of the time.
• Valid drivers license and reliable ability to travel between multiple project locations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with field personnel, project teams, and leadership.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and maintain a proactive approach to safety and environmental compliance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications for documentation, reporting, and communication.

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Science, Occupational Health, or a related field preferred.
• Bachelors degree in a safety-related field preferred.
• OSHA 500 certification preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish highly desired.
• Prior supervisory or safety leadership experience preferred.
• Industrial hygiene experience is a plus.
• Ability to build strong relationships with project teams and field personnel and positively influence safety culture.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when maintaining records, permits, and compliance documentation.

This is a primarily field-based position supporting active construction job sites, with a mix of outdoor project environments and indoor office settings. The role involves regular exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and cold temperatures. Travel between project sites is required, typically ranging from 10% to 50%, depending on project needs. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with additional hours as business needs require. Personal protective equipment is required on job sites, including hard hat, safety vest, steel-toe boots, and other site-specific protective gear appropriate to the work environment. The organization offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on employee safety and environmental compliance across multiple construction projects, significant interaction with leadership, project teams, and field personnel, and the ability to influence safety culture and drive continuous improvement initiatives while working within a growing organization committed to safety excellence and regulatory compliance.

This is a Permanent position based out of Medley, FL.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package for employees and eligible dependents. 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions. 401(k) participant loan feature. Employee benefits eligibility after a 90-day waiting period. Annual open enrollment period for benefit elections. On-the-job training opportunities. Ongoing professional development and technical training, including health and safety, OSHA/Hazwoper, project management, and self-improvement training.

This is a Permanent position based out of Medley, FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Medley,FL.

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