Construction EHS Leader

ITAC; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k & ESOP

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Sick Time Off

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Wellness Program

Mentorship Program

Safety Incentive Program

24/7 Chaplain Care

Job summary

ITAC, a Virginia-based engineering and construction firm, seeks an experienced EHS Coordinator to lead safety initiatives across multiple projects. You will develop site-specific plans, mentor coordinators, and oversee incident investigations to drive corrective actions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in OH&S or related field, 7+ years in safety coordination for construction, strong OSHA knowledge, and proven training delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in OH&S or related field required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in safety coordination in construction.
• Strong understanding of OSHA standards and EHS regulations.
• Experience developing and delivering safety training programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for training and reporting.
• Proven ability to analyze complex safety incidents and develop solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and compliance.
• Physically able to perform duties including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead ITAC's EHS initiatives across projects, aligning with core values.
• Oversee site-specific EHS plan development and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior EHS Coordinators and be a resource for safety queries.
• Oversee incident investigations and create corrective action reports.
• Conduct safety training sessions for project managers and field teams.
• Evaluate field operations to improve safety practices and regulatory adherence.
• Perform routine audits and inspections to identify improvement areas.
• Conduct air quality monitoring and analysis as needed.
• Maintain clear communication with EHS personnel and project teams.

Skills

Leadership

OSHA standards

EHS training

Communication

Incident investigations

Audits & inspections

Safety analysis

Travel readiness

Safety training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety

Related field (Environmental Science)

Job description

ITAC, a Virginia-based engineering and construction firm, seeks an experienced EHS Coordinator to lead safety initiatives across multiple projects. You will develop site-specific plans, mentor coordinators, and oversee incident investigations to drive corrective actions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in OH&S or related field, 7+ years in safety coordination for construction, strong OSHA knowledge, and proven training delivery.