Senior Safety Specialist

Senior Safety Specialist (EHS)

STRUCTURAL integrates technology-driven solutions with specialty contracting services to improve, protect, and enhance the existing infrastructure of owners directly, and in partnership with designers and contractors. STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with roughly 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets. STRUCTURAL is the open-shop contracting business line of Structural Group.

We're looking for a Senior Safety Specialist (EHS) to lead safety performance across multiple projects our Building Envelope Team located in Alexandria, VA.

In this role, you'll drive a proactive safety culture, partner with operations leadership, and ensure compliance across diverse job sites.

This is a high-impact role for a safety professional who thrives in the field, influences teams at all levels, and uses data to continuously improve safety outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion a strong, proactive safety culture across projects and teams
• Build trusted relationships with clients, field teams, and leadership
• Reinforce safety expectations and proactively address risks

• Develop and implement site-specific EHS plans (PTPs, Confined Space, LOTO, etc.)
• Lead safety program execution across multiple projects or branch locations
• Ensure alignment with company standards and client requirements

• Interpret and apply OSHA and other regulatory standards
• Serve as a subject matter expert for safety compliance and best practices
• Communicate complex safety requirements clearly to field teams

• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses
• Oversee claims processes and ensure accurate reporting
• Identify trends and implement corrective actions

• Deliver hands-on safety training and jobsite demonstrations
• Mentor junior safety professionals and field personnel
• Contribute to development of training programs as a subject matter expert

• Conduct audits and field assessments across multiple locations
• Analyze safety data and communicate insights to leadership
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and standardize best practices

What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Emergency Response, or related field OR equivalent experience
• 3-7 years of progressive construction safety experience
• Experience supporting multiple projects or branch-level operation
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and structural systems
• Proven ability to manage safety across multiple projects
• Experience with incident investigations, claims management, and reporting tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and platforms like Procore, EHS Insight, SharePoint
• Ability to analyze data and communicate trends effectively

Certifications (Preferred):

• CSP, ASP, or GSP
• CHST or OHST
• OSHA 30 (or equivalent)
• Competent Person training (Fall Protection, Confined Space, Excavation, etc.)

Why Join Us?

• Lead safety strategy across impactful projects
• Work alongside experienced construction and operations leaders
• Influence culture and drive meaningful change
• Competitive compensation + growth opportunities

Apply Today

If you're a safety professional ready to take the next step into a leadership role, we'd love to connect.

EOE/M/F/D/V

STRUCTURAL is committed to a Safety 24/7 culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays & vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.