Assistant EHS Manager

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS)•Rockville, MD

1d•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all. The role of the Assistant Environmental Health + Safety (EHS) Manager is to eliminate or control hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment and machine operations which may lead to human injury and / or property damage. Must apply advanced mathematical techniques; professional engineering principles, methods, and techniques; safety-related elements of the physical sciences, ergonomics, psychology and physiology; and safety principles, standards, practices and analytical techniques.

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
2 years of experience in occupational Environmental Health + Safety or a related field
Possess current First Aid, CPR and AED certification
Possess BCSP credential or equivalent
OSHA 30 certification
Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations
Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures
Decision making, research and analytical problem solving skills
Time management with the ability to organize, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands, and to work independently
Possess strong communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and external to DAVIS
Construction industry experience

Responsibilities

Perform independent routine walk through inspections of construction areas on projects
Conduct routine EHS Audits and inspections on projects using DAVIS-provided software
Assemble and deliver project start up safety packages for new projects
Assist teams in determining project signage and posting needs
Lead project EHS kick off meetings with project team
Prepare and present content for internal project team meetings and trade partner meetings
Prepare and review JHAs for high hazard activities
Conduct crane plan review
Complete Monthly Project EHS Assessment
Review Monthly Project EHS Assessment with project team
Record hours worked each week for all assigned projects for OSHA tracking
Provide all information and documentation required on weekly incident log
Compile open issues reports and communication for the project teams
Verify and close all identified hazards on project sites
Able to research and collaborate to obtain information for EHS related issues
Participate in OSHA Inspections and consultations
Conducts personal injury and property damage accident investigations; compile data, photographs, and other necessary documentation for reporting purposes
Work with subcontractors to develop overall satisfactory level of safety compliance on projects
Develop and apply practical solutions for project safety issues with assistance
Independently identify special protective and safety equipment needs for projects
Provide instruction for DAVIS Competent Person and other EHS related classes
Develop EHS Courses and create content
Enforce EHS regulations with subcontractor and DAVIS personnel
Help develop corporate goals relating to company and project level EHS performance
Lead EHS Initiatives and Business Plan items
Identify and address high risk activities and trends within the company
Help develop and update corporate and project EHS policies and procedures
Assist in identification, analysis and control of occupational hazards requiring the application of specialized knowledge, skill and abilities
Review proposed occupational safety policies, guidelines and standards to determine their consistency and recommend technical changes as needed
Apply knowledge of psychological and physiological factors to assist in the installation of safety features and controls, compensating for the possibility of human errors in the operation of machinery and equipment
Research new products and technologies
Assist project teams in planning for high-risk activities and project team inspection schedules
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA.
DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education.
Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave.
Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

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