EHS Coordinator

DPR Construction; Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) support professional to help implement safety practices and promote a safe work environment. The role focuses on assisting with inspections, promoting awareness, and maintaining accurate safety records across the site.

This position supports incident investigations, documentation, and records management, contributing to continuous safety improvements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• 0-4 years of experience in EHS support roles.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in routine EHS inspections and onboarding.
• Supports incident investigations and documentation.
• Maintains safety training and compliance records.
• Communicates safety procedures to employees.
• Coordinates PPE distribution and safety materials.
• Participates in emergency drills and corrective actions.
• Prepares reports and summaries for internal review.

Skills

Inspection support

Incident investigation

Recordkeeping

Communication

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Supports the organization’s commitment to a safe and healthy work environment by assisting with the implementation of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) practices. Contributes to the identification and resolution of potential hazards to minimize risk and ensure compliance with established policies. Collaborates with team members to promote awareness and understanding of safety protocols across the workplace. Maintains accurate records and documentation to support continuous improvement in safety and environmental performance. Enhances the effectiveness of safety initiatives by providing timely communication and support to employees and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists in conducting routine inspections, audits and other administrative EHS tasks including onboarding.
• Supports the investigation and documentation of incidents, near-misses, and workplace hazards.
• Maintains accurate records of safety training, incidents, and compliance activities.
• Communicates safety procedures and updates to employees to promote understanding and adherence.
• Coordinates the distribution and tracking of personal protective equipment and safety materials.
• Participates in emergency response drills and supports the implementation of corrective actions.
• Contributes to the preparation of reports and summaries for internal review and compliance purposes.

Education Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

• 0 - 4 years of experience in EHS support roles within corporate, industrial, consulting environments, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction training preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen.

Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

DPR is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at DPR are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical or mental disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. DPR will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Read more in our EEOE Policy.