EHS Specialist II

Forgen; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plans

Bonuses

Paid time off

Education assistance

Wellness programs

Employee awards

Job summary

Forgen, a leader in geotechnical and specialty civil construction, is seeking an EHS Specialist II in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The ideal candidate will have 5-10+ years of experience in safety management within heavy civil or high-risk environments, showcasing advanced leadership skills. You'll be responsible for ensuring a culture of safety across projects, conducting audits, and mentoring teams. A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and flexible work options is provided.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of progressive safety experience in high-risk environments.
• Proven ability to lead field teams.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site safety inspections and hazard assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Mentor junior safety professionals.

Skills

Leadership in safety culture

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Coaching and facilitation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Construction, or related field

Tools

Safety reporting systems

Job description

Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.

Travel: As required by project assignment

Position Summary

The EHS Specialist II is an experienced safety professional with 5–10+ years of field and program management experience in heavy civil, environmental, industrial, or similarly complex work environments. This role supports high-profile and high-demand projects where exceptional safety performance is critical.

The EHS Specialist II serves as a key onsite safety leader—conducting and leading audits, guiding project teams through HASP development, facilitating incident investigations, conducting advanced training, and coaching personnel at all levels. This position demonstrates strong technical competency, decisive field judgment, and the ability to mentor junior safety professionals while reinforcing Forgen’s Incident and Injury Free (IIF) philosophy.

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion Forgen’s Core Values and drive an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture across assigned projects.
• Provide advanced EHS leadership and support to high-risk or high-visibility projects.
• Lead site safety inspections, field audits, and complex hazard assessments; ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop, review, and refine project HASPs and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
• Lead or assist complex incident and near‑miss investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action development.
• Serve as a key liaison between Forgen, subcontractors, clients, regulators, and third‑party auditors.
• Mentor and support EHS Specialists I, EHS Technicians, and site personnel.
• Conduct specialized safety training, deliver project‑specific onboarding, and reinforce competency requirements.
• Manage EHS Insights reporting accuracy, data quality, and performance metrics.
• Conduct advanced air monitoring, sampling, equipment calibration, and industrial hygiene tasks.
• Lead weekly project walkthroughs with project leadership and provide risk‑based recommendations.
• Oversee maintenance of certifications, medical screenings, and training tracking for assigned personnel.
• Manage PPE needs, procurement, and inventory at the project level.
• Participate in compliance assurance audits, corporate assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support development of safety policies, training materials, and best practices.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Engineering, Construction, or a related field.
• 5–10+ years of progressive safety experience in heavy civil, environmental, industrial, mining, oil & gas, or comparable high‑risk environments.
• Proven ability to lead field teams and influence safety culture.
• Strong communication, coaching, and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 500 or 510
• 40‑Hour HAZWOPER
• 30‑Hour OSHA Construction
• Competent Person training (excavations, scaffolding, fall protection, confined space)
• EM385‑1‑1 coursework
• BCSP certification strongly preferred (e.g., CHST, CSP)
• MSHA training

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel‑toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non‑craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.

Forgen is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any legally protected status.

In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally‑recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.