EHS Specialist - Construction (Leadership Role)
On-siteMiami, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Lead and support company-wide safety programs, policies, and compliance initiatives across active project sites and office operations. Conduct jobsite safety inspections, audits, and environmental reviews to identify hazards and develop practical solutions with project teams. Develop, maintain, and update site-specific Health & Safety Plans (HASPs), investigate accidents and near-misses, and implement corrective actions. Deliver safety training, orientations, toolbox talks, and compliance-related programs while maintaining all safety records, reports, permits, and certifications. Facilitate safety committee meetings, provide technical guidance to field personnel and management, and monitor regulatory changes to recommend policy updates. This highly visible role combines field presence with program management for a specialized construction and environmental services contractor.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) experience within construction, environmental, industrial, utility, energy, or related industries
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety practices
- Experience developing, implementing, and enforcing safety programs and procedures
- Experience conducting safety training, site audits, inspections, and incident investigations
- Comfortable working in both office and field environments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Desired Qualifications
- OSHA 500 certification or ability to obtain
- OSHA 30 certification
- First Aid / CPR certification
- Bachelor's degree in Safety, Environmental Health, Occupational Safety, or a related field
- Bilingual English/Spanish
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