EHS Coordinator - Mission Critical - Night Shift

Alston Construction•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Alston Construction Company is a nationwide general contractor with over 40 years of experience. We are seeking passionate construction professionals who share our core values: commitment, integrity, teamwork, and respect. Our CEO, Paul Little, emphasizes that success at Alston Construction comes from seeing success in others. We offer a diverse background in industrial, commercial, healthcare, education, retail, and government projects. This role is responsible for assisting management in general business operations by overseeing and directing the company’s Safety Program for assigned areas. The EHS Coordinator will ensure all employees are trained on the Safety Program and will act as a safety resource. The ultimate goal is to protect the company's interests, support employees in completing projects safely, and enhance client relationships and the company's image.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in construction safety, environmental compliance, or a related trade role.
Valid State-issued driver’s license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements.
OSHA 30-hour Certification.
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 500 preferred.
Safety training/certifications in areas such as Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Excavation and Trenching, HAZCOM, etc.
CSP, CHST or other safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Support and promote Alston Construction’s strong safety culture, both internally and externally.
Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve issues.
In coordination with the Corporate Safety Director, plan, develop, and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations (including OSHA), and ensure organizational compliance.
Make and implement recommendations to improve processes and procedures, continuously improving the Safety Program and related policies.
Remain current on all federal, state, and local construction-related safety regulations and laws.
Identify training needs to develop and implement safety awareness initiatives that improve safety performance and meet regulatory requirements.
Monitor, manage, and conduct new hire safety orientations within the first 5 business days of hire.
Monitor, manage, and conduct safety training in accordance with Alston Construction’s safety training matrix and established guidelines.
Manage workload and time related to safety training, including use of outside training resources, to ensure efficient and effective training.
Design and implement metrics to monitor progress and effectiveness of safety initiatives, programs, policies, procedures, and processes.
Provide guidance, consultation, and reinforcement to Superintendents, Project Managers, and other personnel regarding safety policies and subcontractor compliance.
Evaluate and provide feedback on potential subcontractors’ safety records through the SPERS process.
Create and maintain emergency response and crisis management plans.
Support environmental compliance activities, such as waste management, erosion control, stormwater protection, and 310 dust control.
Conduct regular safety inspections, review safety compliance of work locations and job sites, develop action steps to correct deficiencies, prepare and distribute detailed reports of findings, and follow up to ensure measures have been implemented.
Ensure project field documentation related to safety is properly processed and maintained.
Review Alston Construction and subcontractor Site Specific Safety and Health Plans (SSHPs) and ensure copies are on site.
Review submitted Chemical Inventory Lists and associated Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
Ensure Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) are completed and review as needed.
Manage OSHA site visits and inspections and ensure appropriate reporting to government agencies.
Support EHS Manager and project leadership in investigating incidents, near misses, or property damage, assisting in documenting findings, root causes, and corrective actions.
Investigate, manage, and maintain Worker’s Compensation claims and manage return to work program under guidance of the Corporate Safety Director and Vice President, Human Resources.
Assist Project Team members with thorough incident investigations, including but not limited to: Subcontractor injuries, property damage, auto, fire, thefts, vandalism, etc.
Ensure reports are completed and submitted to Corporate Safety Director in a timely manner (within 24 hours, or as soon as feasible).
Under the direction of the Executive Vice President, interact, coordinate, and work with insurance brokers and outside loss control services on implementation of insurance requirements and loss control initiatives.