Environmental Health Safety Specialist

ZipRecruiter; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment platform is seeking a Safety Specialist for a construction project in Rockville, MD. The role involves managing safety protocols, educating contractors on EHS requirements, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have 8-10 years of experience and a relevant degree. Full-time hours are expected, with a commitment of 40-60 hours per week. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of proven experience with construction safety management.
• Self-driven individual with construction safety expertise.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety for construction projects by attending meetings and performing site walks.
• Educate contractors about EHS requirements.
• Collect data and create reports from field inspections.

Skills

Construction safety management

Integrated risk management

Contractor safety management

Mechanical aptitude

Computer/technical skills

Education

BS degree in Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Permit management software

Google Suite

Microsoft Programs

Job description

Overview

Safety Specialist - Rockville, MD - Pharma Construction. 9-12 month construction project for a Data Center/logistics center. Provide onsite support Mon-Fri with 8-12 hours per day, 40-60 hours per week, beginning immediately. This is a 1099 contract (no per diem).

Responsibilities

• Manage safety for several construction/capital projects by initiating and attending meetings, performing site walks, and ensuring contract requirements are in place
• Educate installation contractors and other stakeholder groups on EHS requirements and best practices
• Collect data, create timely reports, and communicate trends from field inspections to stakeholder groups
• Observe work practices onsite and strive to create solutions that optimize employee health and wellness at all times
• Review and approve Job Safety Analysis (JSA) submittals
• Provide accountability to contractors working onsite to follow the JSA after approval
• Coach personnel on OSHA requirements and client-specific expectations
• Prepare slide decks and deliver training to the client and other EHS professionals
• Contribute to incident investigations to drive future improvement, safe conditions and work practices
• Possess a willingness to continuously learn about new and established processes – be enthusiastic
• Have ability to both lead and take direction – ask questions
• Be a self-starter and show initiative
• Possess computer/technical skills (Google Suite, Microsoft Programs, permit management software)
• Individuals with mechanical aptitude are strongly encouraged to apply

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of proven experience with construction safety management, integrated risk management, and contractor safety management
• BS degree in Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Construction Safety Professional (CSP)
• Knowledge of applicable regional and country health and safety regulations (OSHA)
• OSHA 30 hour certification
• Self-driven individual with construction safety expertise
• Ability to partner with team members and contractors to implement change
• Industry knowledge to understand the design and deployment of technical process, electrical and mechanical systems as related to pharma construction processes
• Experience in a cGMP or equivalent environment with strict quality standards

Work hours would be full-time – Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day with 12 hour shifts possible in Rockville, MD.

Thank you and we look forward to working with you!

Stephen Torrez
Business Development Manager