Hybrid

Woolpert is hiring an EHS Specialist

Responsibilities

  • Monitor EHS performance across project sites and assist in implementing corrective actions where required.
  • Provide EHS support to project management, field operations, and subcontractors.
  • Assist in delivering safety orientations, toolbox talks, and EHS-related training.
  • Support compliance with applicable U.S. regulations (e.g., OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926, EPA environmental requirements, state/local regulations).
  • Assist with maintaining company EHS programs, manuals, and management systems.
  • Participate in incident/near-miss reporting, root-cause investigation, and corrective action follow-up.
  • Conduct trainings, site inspections, audits, and hazard assessments.
  • Support collection and analysis of safety metrics, leading indicators, and documentation.
  • Respond to field inquiries, emails, and safety-related communications, which may require after-hours support.
  • Coordinate with project teams to ensure safe work planning and risk mitigation.
  • Assist in environmental compliance tasks (waste management, stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs), spill response, etc.)
  • Periodically travel to job sites and company locations as required.

Requirements

  • Associate’s or higher-level degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, Environmental Health, or related field
  • Working knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926 standards and basic environmental compliance concepts
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other SaaS tools
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collect data, analyze issues, and recommend improvements
  • Ability to work independently while supporting multiple project teams
  • Strong organization and time management abilities
  • Willingness to work in field settings, including active construction sites

Nice to Have

  • EHS-related certifications (e.g., CHMM, CSP, ASP, GSP, etc.)
  • Knowledge of ISO 45001 / ISO 14001

Benefits

  • Freedom to Work program
  • Principal program
  • Flexible paid time off/vacation
  • Career development
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Retirement plan
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Pet insurance
  • Identity protection
  • Technology stipend
  • Employee assistance program

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Additional Information

  • Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time for business purposes, including project site visits. Travel may include occasional overnights and weekends based on business needs.
  • We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.
Required Skills
MS Office
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Woolpert
Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. The company blends design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value.
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Posted 4 months ago