Safety and Health Specialist 2

HDR, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Safety & Health Specialist II to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards within the construction industry. This position involves extensive collaboration with project managers, training personnel, and maintaining safety plans. Ideal candidates will bring a strong background in safety health, along with a passion for fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time away and holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Safety Health and Environment field.
• Certification in one or more SH&E fields (e.g., CIH, CSP).
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA and ANSI regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and review site-specific safety plans and programs.
• Support Project/Construction Managers in SH&E requirements.
• Conduct SH&E training and audits.

Skills

Communication

Team-oriented

Safety Auditing

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Technical degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Safety & Health Specialist II, we'll count on you to:

• Demonstrate journeyman field proficiency in implementing and reviewing site-specific safety plans and programs


• Support and assist company's Project/Construction Managers in SH&E requirements


• Show proficiency in SH&E auditing and inspection protocols, behavior-based safety observation program implementation, and development and review of Job Hazard Analysis


• Be proficient in SH&E training and able to facilitate this training as required


• Display working knowledge of SH&E regulatory codes to include both federal and state


• Understand all SH&E processes and procedures in support of SH&E requirements within an office and field environment


• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous SH&E work experience in construction, mining/tunneling, water infrastructure, DOT, Oil and Gas and/or A&E firm


• Completion of 40 hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response(HAZWOPER) training course


• NYCDEP experience a plus


• Construction safety experience highly desired

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or Technical degree in Occupational Health, Safety, Industrial Hygiene or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years experience in Safety Health and Environment field
• Certification in one or more SH&E fields such as (Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), (GSP) Graduate Safety Practitioner, or equivalent SH&E Project/Program Management experience
• Extensive knowledge of OSHA and ANSI regulatory standards
• Knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint software
• Team-oriented with proven oral and written skills to support company SH&E policy and procedural requirements
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) New York, NY: $ 96,863-$138,375

Primary Location:United States-New York-New York

Industry:Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Constr Eng Insp / Mntrng(CCC)

Job Posting:May 28, 2025