EHS Engineer

Job Location: 12530 Parklawn Drive, Headquarters - Rockville, MD, Maryland | Full time

About the role

The EHS Engineer is responsible for eliminating or controlling hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment, and machine operations that may lead to human injury and/or property damage. This role applies advanced mathematical techniques, professional engineering principles, safety-related elements of physical sciences, ergonomics, psychology, physiology, and safety principles, standards, practices, and analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Field Safety Inspections and Hazard Control
  • Conducts EHS inspections independently, identifying hazards and verifying corrective actions.
  • Documents findings and follow-up actions using DAVIS EHS systems.
  • Communicates observed risks clearly to field personnel and trade partners.
  • Applies knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and means-and-methods to assess hazards.
• Safety Planning and High-Risk Work Review
  • Reviews Pre-Task Plans, Job Hazard Analyses, and high-risk work plans (e.g., crane lifts, demolition, fall protection).
  • Evaluates adequacy of hazard controls and collaborates with project teams to improve planning.
  • Applies understanding of construction sequencing and site logistics to support proactive risk management.
• Trade Partner and Project Team Leadership Engagement
  • Builds working relationships with trade partners to reinforce EHS expectations.
  • Evaluates trade partner compliance with site-specific safety requirements.
  • Engages operations leadership by sharing safety performance updates and seeking input on EHS outcomes.
• Training, Education and Meeting Facilitation
  • Delivers and co-instructs EHS training in field and classroom settings.
  • Develops basic training materials and presentation content.
  • Prepares EHS agenda items for project and trade partner meetings.
  • Presents safety-related material clearly and professionally.
• Incident Investigation and Corrective Action Support
  • Participates in incident investigations by gathering facts and identifying contributing factors.
  • Supports root cause analysis and incident reporting processes.
  • Assists project teams in identifying and tracking corrective actions.
• Project Assessments and Audits
  • Completes Monthly Project EHS Assessments and facilitates engagement on findings.
  • Works with senior EHS and operations staff to develop corrective action plans.
  • Assists with EHS audits on projects outside primary assignments to support consistency and benchmarking.
• Project Start-Up and Site Controls
  • Supports project EHS start-up activities, including signage, postings, and site orientation.
  • Conducts or supports EHS kick-off meetings and trade partner preconstruction meetings.
  • Uses EHS permitting processes to support safe execution of high-risk activities.
• Documentation, Data Systems and Reporting
  • Uses DAVIS systems to manage inspections, permits, incidents, and documentation.
  • Maintains accurate records and supports logistics planning and reporting.
  • Prepares and distributes meeting minutes to document discussions and track action items.
• Regulatory Knowledge and Performance Analytics
  • Participates in OSHA inspections and consultations, representing DAVIS professionally.
  • Applies OSHA, local regulations, DAVIS EHS Manual, and contract requirements to field conditions.
  • Begins analyzing field data and metrics to identify trends and support performance improvement.
• Professional Development and Outreach
  • Manages responsibilities across multiple active projects with effective prioritization and follow-through.
  • Maintains required certifications (OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR) and pursues continued development.
  • Supports environmental and industrial hygiene activities, including exposure monitoring.
  • Participates in high school and university outreach and recruiting efforts to support future EHS talent.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health + Safety Sciences or related field; equivalent combinations of technical education and/or industrial-related safety experience may substitute for educational requirement.
• Experience in occupational Environmental Health + Safety or a related field.
• Construction industry experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization and externally.

Core Competencies

• Autonomy + Accountability
  • Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems.
  • Receives instruction, guidance, and direction from others.
  • Accountable for work within own role only, but work completed impacts team and/or projects.
• Business Impact
  • Impacts own team and adjacent teams.
  • Uses discretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency.
  • Assists in basic business development tasks.
• Talent Development
  • Acts as a resource for team members with less experience.
  • May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
• Problem Solving + Resiliency
  • Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project/department with minimal oversight.
  • Evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration.

Values

• Trust
• Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations.
• Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging.
• Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions.
• Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions, and hard work.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $78,000.00 - $95,000.00.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family).
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Annual contribution to your HSA.
• Annual incentive bonus.
• Paid time off + annual holidays.
• Financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP).
• FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On-site fitness center.
• Parental leave.
• Company vehicle or auto allowance to support business activities.