NY Metro Mid Level Safety Health & Environment Specialist

AECOM•New York, NY

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a mid-level Safety, Health & Environment (SH&E) Specialist to support construction-related projects throughout the New York Metro Area and AECOM’s Safety for Life program. The position reports to the NY Metro Area SH&E Manager and collaborates with project teams, contractors, subcontractors, clients, and other SH&E professionals. It is primarily field-based, with approximately 50–75% of work time devoted to project safety support and 20–30% to office-based tasks. The role is hybrid, based in AECOM’s NYC office, and includes worksite visits, about 25% travel within the NY Metro Area, occasional overnight stays, and weekend work as needed. Flexibility in work location and schedule is required, including temporary deployment to projects to address staffing gaps and peak workloads. The specialist supports heavy civil, rail and transit, highway, bridge, and mixed-use construction projects. Work includes field and office safety inspections; developing, reviewing, and auditing Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) and Task Hazard Assessments (THAs); assisting with incident investigations and corrective-action follow-up; conducting safety training; preparing inspection reports; and providing day-to-day SH&E support. The position requires working in office and active construction-site environments, wearing required PPE during field activities, and communicating risks and safety concerns to project stakeholders. US citizenship is required. Candidates offered the position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test and attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. Relocation assistance is not offered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Public Health, Engineering, or another relevant subject.
At least 4 years of experience, including at least 3 years of NYC construction experience.
CHST certification or working toward CHST within 3–6 months.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction training.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Technical knowledge of Construction and General Industry regulations.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to collaborate with project teams, contractors, subcontractors, and clients.
Ability to travel to project sites and offices throughout the NY Metro Area.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, organization, follow-through, attention to detail, and ability to organize and analyze data.
Problem-solving, creative thinking, public speaking, and strong computer skills.
Ability to work in office and field environments, including active construction sites; walk and stand for extended periods; navigate uneven terrain; and occasionally bend, kneel, crouch, or lift or carry materials up to 25 pounds.
Ability to walk distances up to one mile and climb ladders.
Ability to work amid varying weather conditions, construction noise, dust, and other jobsite conditions, and to wear required PPE during field activities.
US citizenship.
Pass a pre-employment substance abuse test and attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office if offered the position.

Nice To Haves

ASP or CSP certification.
MTA-NYC Transit Track Safety Certification.
New Jersey Transit Authority Contractor Safety Orientation.
Amtrak Contractor Safety Orientation.
NYC DOB Site Safety Training Supervisor.

Responsibilities

Conduct and report safety observations, identify trends, and promote hazard recognition and reporting.
Develop and review AECOM Health and Safety Plans (HASPs) and Task Hazard Assessments (THAs).
Review and comment on contractor and subcontractor HASPs and THAs.
Provide SH&E-related support to AECOM project management teams when requested.
Assist the Geography SH&E Manager with follow-up on safety observation reports.
Immediately document and report observed and known safety incidents and concerns.
Exercise Stop Work Authority in situations representing immediate danger to life and health.
Coordinate and collaborate with the NY Metro SH&E team to implement SH&E programs at project sites.
Conduct field and office safety inspections, including monthly office safety inspections, and prepare reports.
Assist with incident investigations, corrective-action tracking, after-action reviews, and lessons learned.
Conduct safety training and provide day-to-day SH&E support across construction projects.
Assist with updating Office Safety Plans and update office safety boards.
Travel to and support project sites and offices throughout the NY Metro Area, including temporary project deployments and weekend work as needed.