EHS Officer (Construction)

PeopleLift; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleLift in Ashburn, Virginia is seeking an experienced Health and Safety Officer to champion safety across multiple projects. You will develop and execute health and safety strategies, ensure regulatory compliance, oversee training, and manage incident response.

Responsibilities include leading risk assessments, RAMS/LMRA, using Evotix for reporting and analytics, and coordinating with safety suppliers; travel between sites is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Health & Safety leadership across projects.
• Strong understanding of risk management and incident investigation.
• Experience delivering H&S training and building safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive H&S strategies across all locations.
• Conduct RAMS/LMRA and ensure regulatory and client compliance.
• Lead health and safety training, inductions, and toolbox talks; keep certification registries.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, and corrective actions; act as First Aider.
• Oversee Evotix for incident reporting, observations, analytics, and training improvements.
• Coordinate with safety suppliers to ensure proper resources and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

NEBOSH certification

VCA certification

Tools

Evotix

Job description

Safety Officer

Location: Asburn, Virginia
Job Type: Full Time
Industry: Construction/Telecommunications/Engineering

Our Client is seeking an experienced and proactive Health and Safety Officer to champion workplace safety across multiple projects and sites. If you are passionate about promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance, and leading risk management initiatives.

The Health and Safety Officer will lead the development and execution of health and safety strategies, ensure regulatory and client-specific compliance, oversee training programs, and manage incident response processes. Your work will directly impact the well-being of all team members and the success of our operations.

What You'll Be Doing:

Strategic Safety Leadership:

Develop and implement comprehensive health and safety (H&S) strategies across all Client sites and projects.

Compliance and Risk Management:

Conduct risk assessments (RAMS, LMRA), manage certifications, and ensure strict compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Training and Culture Development:

Lead health and safety training programs, employee inductions, and Toolbox Talks; maintain certification registries to ensure a safe and informed workforce.

Incident and Emergency Response:

Manage incident reporting, lead investigations, implement corrective actions, and act as a key First Aider.

Evotix System Management:

Oversee the rollout and use of Evotix for incident reporting, safety observations, analytics, and training enhancements.

Supplier and Equipment Management:

Coordinate with safety suppliers to ensure sites are properly equipped with the necessary resources and equipment.

What You Bring:

Technical Skills:

• Health & Safety certifications (NEBOSH, VCA, or equivalent)
• Incident and Risk Management experience
• Proficiency in using Evotix or similar H&S management systems
• Deep understanding of H&S regulations and compliance requirementsStrong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills

Behavioral Competencies:

• Building rapport and promoting teamwork
• Taking initiative and driving goals forward
• Upholding high safety and operational standards
• Managing multiple tasks with attention to detail and deadlines
• Creating practical, actionable solutions to safety challenges

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Health & Safety Officer or related role
• Hands-on experience with incident investigation and corrective actions
• Strong background in training delivery and safety culture development
• Ability to travel between project sites as needed

Why Join Client?

• Become a key leader driving safety excellence across diverse projects
• Work alongside a committed and professional team
• Make a real impact on employee well-being and organizational success
• Grow your career in a company that values integrity, quality, and innovation

Our Client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on business needs, qualifications, and merit. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Our client is an EEOC Employer and encourages all minority groups to apply.