Environmental Health & Safety Professional

USPRO; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 56,481 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking an Environmental Health & Safety Professional in Wilmington, NC. This role requires 7-10 years of experience in EHS within industrial or construction environments and strong leadership abilities. The selected candidate will promote a proactive safety culture, conduct audits, and guide project teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations. An ideal fit will have certifications such as CHST or CSP and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $41.00 to $60.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of progressive EHS experience in industrial, construction, maintenance, mechanical, or electrical environments.
• 3+ years of experience managing, coaching, and training EHS personnel is required.
• CHST and/or CSP certification required or strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible safety leader, supporting project teams with EHS guidance.
• Lead the development and enforcement of EHS plans and policies.
• Conduct project audits and inspections to ensure compliance.

Skills

EHS experience in industrial environments

Leadership and team management

Strong communication skills

Risk management

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Environmental Health & Safety Professional

The EHS Professional is a key field‑facing leader responsible for advancing and continuously improving the Environmental, Health & Safety program across assigned projects. This role plays a vital part in fostering a proactive safety culture, supporting project execution, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.

Operating with a servant‑leader mindset, the EHS Professional partners closely with project teams, mentors EHS Coordinators and junior EHS leaders, and serves as a trusted advisor to operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role involving audits, site‑specific safety planning, training delivery, incident investigation, and proactive risk management, with direct reporting to senior EHS leadership.

Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a visible safety leader, supporting project teams with practical, field‑driven EHS guidance.
• Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of site‑specific EHS plans, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct project audits, inspections, and evaluations to ensure compliance and program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with project leadership to identify hazards, mitigate risk, and implement best practices.
• Lead and support incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions with a prevention‑focused approach.
• Deliver effective safety training, orientations, and toolbox talks across a range of topics and environments.
• Mentor and support EHS Coordinators and junior EHS Managers to promote consistency and professional development.
• Analyze leading and lagging safety indicators to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Apply working knowledge of industrial hygiene principles, including air monitoring, sampling, and data logging.
• Support the development of standardized best practices, training materials, and policy enhancements.
• Communicate project conditions, risks, and performance clearly to project teams and corporate EHS leadership.
• Provide EHS support during construction activities including system checkout, commissioning, and startup as required.

Required Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of progressive EHS experience in industrial, construction, maintenance, mechanical, or electrical environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing, coaching, and training EHS personnel: 3+ years of experience required.
• CHST and/or CSP certification required or strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable safety regulations, compliance standards, and field safety practices.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and ability to travel to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership development or supervisory training programs.
• Advanced OSHA coursework related to construction and industrial safety.
• Training or certification aligned with EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.
• MSHA-related training or certifications.
• NFPA 70E training or certification with demonstrated electrical safety knowledge.
• Additional EHS certifications supporting regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Clear, direct communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of operating independently.
• Calm, solutions‑oriented problem solver who performs well under pressure.
• Proactive in identifying risks, trends, and improvement opportunities.
• Strong technical foundation with a systems‑based approach to safety.
• Flexible, dependable, and adaptable to changing project demands.
• Effective mentor and coach who develops teams and builds trust.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong bias for action and accountability.
• Maintains a big‑picture perspective aligned with organizational goals and long‑term success.

Base pay range

$41.00/hr – $60.00/hr

Equal Opportunity Statement

USPRO is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability and/or other protected categories. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities or needs, as required by law.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management, Administrative, and Quality Assurance

Industries: Construction and Engineering Services