EHS Coordinator - Mission Critical - Pecos, TX

VetJobs; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Alston Construction is seeking an EHS Coordinator for Pecos, TX to oversee the safety program on designated projects. You will train staff, enforce safety policies, and ensure OSHA compliance while supporting client relations and project success.

Responsibilities include developing safety training, conducting inspections, incident investigations, and coordinating with supervision and safety leadership to reduce risk on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 1–2 years of construction safety or environmental compliance experience.
• OSHA 30-hour Certification required; OSHA 500 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support safety culture on projects and sites.
• Plan, develop, and implement safety policies in line with OSHA rules.
• Conduct new-hire safety orientations within 5 business days.
• Review SSHPs and safety documents on site and ensure compliance.
• Lead safety trainings and coordinate corrective actions after incidents.
• Assist in incident investigations and liaise with safety leadership.

Skills

Safety awareness

OSHA regulations

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

About Alston Construction: Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor, with more than 20 offices coast to coast. For 40 years, we have been a true partner, an honest advisor, as well as a responsible contractor for our clients. We believe the success of any project depends upon a strong builder client relationship, and a commitment to establishing common goals and objectives from the project start. Alston Construction offers a diverse background of general contracting, construction management and design-build experience of industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and government projects.

We look for passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. As our CEO, Paul Little, says “In order to be successful at Alston Construction, you must enjoy seeing success in others.” If this sounds like you and what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you!

Our top tier benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, prescription safety glasses, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance/AD&D, HSA, health FSA, dependent daycare FSA, EAP, 401(k), Roth 401(k), After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion; paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, Tickets at Work, paid Identity Theft Protection (family coverage) and more!

Project Location:

Pecos, TX (On-site | Travel Required)

Job Summary:

Responsible for assisting management in the general business operations of the company by overseeing and directing the company’s Safety Program for their assigned area(s). The EHS Coordinator will ensure training all employees on the Safety Program and will act as a resource for safety related items. The overall goal of the EHS Coordinator is to protect the Company’s interests and support employees so that they can successfully complete a quality project safely, while promoting and enhancing client relationships and the company’s image.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support and promote Alston Construction’s strong safety culture, both internally and externally.


• Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve issues.


• In coordination with the Corporate Safety Director- Plan, develop and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations (including Occupational Safety and Health Administration/OSHA) and ensure organizational compliance with these policies and regulations.


• Make and implement recommendations to improve processes and procedures, looking for ways to continuously improve the Safety Program and related policies and procedures.


• Remain current on all federal, state, and local construction-related safety regulations and laws.


• Identify training needs in order to develop and implement safety awareness initiatives that improve safety performance and meet regulatory requirements.


• Monitor, manage, and conduct new hire safety orientations within the first 5 business days of the employee’s date of hire.


• Monitor, manage, and conduct safety training in accordance with Alston Construction’s safety training matrix and established guidelines and priorities. Manage workload and time related to safety training, including use of outside training resources as appropriate, to ensure efficient and effective training without sacrificing direct interaction with Alston Construction staff on project related operations.


• Design and implement metrics to monitor progress and effectiveness of safety initiatives, programs, policies, procedures and processes.


• Provide guidance, consultation, and reinforcement to Superintendents, Project Managers, and other personnel regarding safety policies and subcontractor compliance.


• Through the SPERS process, evaluate and provide feedback on potential subcontractors’ safety records.


• Create and maintain emergency response and crisis management plans.


• Support environmental compliance activities, such as waste management, erosion control, stormwater protection and 310 dust control compressive.


• Conduct regular safety inspections, review safety compliance of work locations and job sites, develop action steps to correct deficiencies, prepare and distribute detailed reports of findings, and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented. Safety Inspection Reports must be completed and submitted to the Project Team Members before the end of each business week.


• Ensure project field documentation related to safety is being properly processed and maintained.


• Review Alston Construction and subcontractor Site Specific Safety and Health Plans (SSHPs) and ensure copies are on site.


• Review submitted Chemical Inventory Lists and associated Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).


• Ensure Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) are completed and review as needed.


• Manage OSHA site visits and inspections and ensure appropriate reporting is made to government agencies.


• Support EHS Manager and project leadership in investigating incidents, near misses, or property damage. Assist in documenting findings, root causes, and corrective actions. Investigate, manage and maintain Worker’s Compensation claims and manage return to work program under guidance of the Corporate Safety Director and Vice President, Human Resources.


• Assist Project Team members with thorough incident investigations, including but not limited to: Subcontractor injuries, property damage, auto, fire, thefts, vandalism, etc. Ensure reports are completed and submitted to Corporate Safety Director in a timely manner (within 24 hours, or as soon as feasible).


• Under the direction of the Executive Vice President, interact, coordinate and work with insurance brokers and outside loss control services on implementation of insurance requirements and loss control initiatives.

Auto req ID

483197BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field or equivalent experience.


• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in construction safety, environmental compliance, or a related trade role. Valid State-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.


• OSHA 30-hour Certification. OSHA 500 preferred.


• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.


• Safety training/certifications in areas such as Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Excavation and Trenching, HAZCOM, etc.


• CSP, CHST Or Other Safety Certification Preferred.

City*

Pecos

State*

Texas

Job_Category

Operations

Job Code

Construction1 Construction

Affiliate Sponsor

Alston Construction