Construction HSE Specialist

We are seeking an HSE Specialist to coordinate, implement, and monitor all aspects of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) processes across our greater Phoenix construction projects. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh offers a small-company feel with large-company backing. We are a fast-growing leader in construction technology, committed to being the employer and builder of choice.

About the role

• Challenging, complex work in a creative and innovative problem-solving environment
• Supportive managers who reward hard work
• Opportunities for growth, training, and career development
• Flexibility in career path and progression
• Opportunities to work and live across the United States

Responsibilities

• Periodically conduct comprehensive HSE assessments and recommend corrective measures for unsafe conditions to project management
• Provide training and education to company personnel regarding HSE requirements and recommend advancements to materials
• Assist project management in coordinating subcontractor HSE protocols, vendor, and owner personnel on company projects
• Coordinate project HSE programs with subcontractors
• Assist in planning and coordinating work to minimize risks and aggressively manage losses involving injuries or property damages
• Conduct accident investigations and complete incident reporting for project management review
• Establish hospital and clinical care facilities for each project
• Accompany injured employees to treatment and medical evaluation, ensuring all HSE protocols are followed
• Advise project management on industrial hygiene protocols and perform environmental monitoring
• Administer the company’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy, including testing for pre-employment, vehicle authorization, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, and follow-up
• Facilitate orientation of all project employees to the HSE practices required by the company
• Provide a weekly safety update to HSE leadership
• Administer the corporate SPAT process on assigned projects

Requirements

• High school diploma; bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) certification preferred
• Less than 3 years of experience in construction safety
• Some travel required
• Required to stand, walk, sit, and climb stairs or ladders
• OSHA 30-hour certification preferred
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification preferred
• Self-motivated with strong leadership skills