Environmental Health & Safety Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Environmental Health & Safety Officer (EHSO)
???? Location: NYC Area (In-Person)
???? Pay: $55.00 – $67.00 per hour (based on experience)
???? Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified Environmental Health & Safety Officer (EHSO) to support mechanical and infrastructure construction projects throughout the NYC area. This role is responsible for ensuring all field activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with contract requirements and regulatory standards.

As the on-site safety authority, you will oversee daily operations, enforce EHS protocols, and maintain accurate documentation to support both compliance and project performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Field Oversight:
  Conduct daily site inspections to ensure contractor compliance with approved plans, safety regulations, and technical specifications
• Reporting & Documentation:
  Prepare detailed Daily Inspection Reports (DIRs), including workforce, work performed, and quantities for payment verification
• Financial Oversight:
  Review and maintain accurate Time & Material (T&M) records to ensure cost transparency and accountability
• Project Tracking:
  Utilize e-Builder or similar systems to monitor progress, maintain records, and support project controls
• Stakeholder Coordination:
  Act as a liaison between project owners, contractors, utility providers, and regulatory agencies
• Safety Leadership:
  Enforce site-specific safety requirements, environmental regulations, and EHS protocols to promote a zero-incident culture

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Education:
  Bachelor of Science in Safety, Environmental Health, Industrial Hygiene, or a related discipline
• Experience:  
• Minimum 10+ years in relevant construction experience
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in environmental health and safety compliance
  NYC DEP/BEDC project experience strongly preferred
• Professional Certification (Required):
  Must hold at least one: CSP, CIH, or CHST
• Required Training & Credentials:
  • OSHA 30-Hour (completed within the last 5 years)
  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER
  • NYC DOB 4-Hour Supported Scaffold
  • BEDC EHS Standards Training
  • BEDC Spill Prevention and Control Training
  • Permit Required Confined Space Entry
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
  • DOT Hazardous Waste Manifest
  • RCRA/DOT Hazardous Waste/Manifesting Training 
  • 1 Hour OSHA Incident Investigation Training
  • 6 Hour Effective Accident Investigation 
  • 1 Hour OSHA Accident Investigation Basic
• Technical Skills:
  Strong technical writing and reporting capabilities
  Solid understanding of NYC construction codes, safety regulations, and environmental compliance standards

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: $55–$67 per hour based on experience and certifications
• Meaningful Work: Support critical infrastructure and environmental projects across NYC
• Stability: Long-term project opportunities in a high-demand sector
• Work-Life Balance: Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Growth: Work within a safety-focused, compliance-driven environment

Work Environment

This is a fully in-person field role requiring regular site presence across active construction environments in the NYC area.

Ready to lead safety and compliance on critical NYC infrastructure projects? Apply today.