Associate Safety Consultant - Austin, TX

About the role

We are excited to present this opportunity to a mid-level EHS professional who wants to work within a team of high-performing Construction EHS Professionals in the Austin, TX area. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who enjoys tackling complex problems to find the best solution(s). We want a confident, communicative leader who rises to the challenge to promote safe daily work practices. We’d love an individual who shows initiative and enjoys collaboration, because our best work doesn’t always come from one person alone.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to large-scale construction projects by initiating and attending meetings, performing site walks, and ensuring contract requirements are in place
• Perform construction safety field audits and field data collection using a variety of system platforms such as Predictive Solutions, Construct Secure, etc.
• Analyze worker health and safety data for negative and positive trends
• Educate various 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
• Able to coach craft worker personnel on OSHA/Client requirements and expectations
• Well versed with Microsoft programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint (knowledge of Excel Pivot Tables is a plus)
• May deliver technical training and lead meetings with client and trade partner EHS professionals
• Develop training programs and slide decks for construction EHS topics
• Lead meetings as the representative from EHS
• Build programs in collaboration with the greater EHS team
• Lead 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
• Previous experience as a Construction EHS Owners Representative is welcomed

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required. A degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Health and Safety, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field is strongly preferred to support technical understanding in construction and EHS applications
• A minimum of 5 years of construction safety experience required (7 years minimum, if no degree has been obtained)
• A strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local EHS regulations in dynamic construction environments
• A solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to assess risks, identify improvements, and implement corrective actions with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through continuous learning, certifications, or formal training related to construction safety, risk management, or environmental compliance
• A willingness to pursue and ability to obtain advanced safety certifications such as the Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Qualifications

• Commensurate with experience

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local EHS regulations
• Experience with construction safety audit tools

Benefits

• Broad range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle
• Competitive total reward package
• Independent and varied job in an international environment
• Flexible working hours
• Ongoing training and development
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(K) with company contribution
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Maternity leave
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Learning and development opportunities

Pay

The salary for this position can range from $95,200 - $118,000 annually; actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's competencies, level of experience, education, location, divisional budget and internal peer compensation comparisons.

Schedule

Flexible working hours

Company Overview

BSI exists to create positive change for people and the planet. We are a trusted and agenda-shaping partner providing 'best practice' technical, regulatory, and business expertise and intelligence for our clients' most critical EHS and Supply Chain risk and opportunities to achieve greater resilience, impact, and future-readiness.

Headquartered in London, BSI is the world's first national standards organization with more than 100 years of experience. We are a global partner for 86,000 companies and organizations in over 193 countries, offering development, auditing, certification, and training services, including innovative software solutions and cyber security expertise for all industries: from aerospace and automotive to food, construction, energy, healthcare, IT and trade sectors.

Incorporated by Royal Charter, we're truly impartial, and home to the ultimate mark of trust, the Kitemark. Through our unique combination of consulting, training, assurance and regulatory services we bring solid and broad knowledge to every company.