Health and Safety Partner

Role Overview

• support the Director of Health and Safety in managing and enhancing the environmental, health, and safety (EHS) program for the West Business Unit (WBU)
• oversee the safety performance of subcontractor partners and ensure all activities comply with BCs H&S standards as well as applicable regulatory requirements
• work closely with the WBU Director, Health and Safety to support Construction Managers, Project Managers, and applicable staff across all project phases by identifying EHS risks, recommending improvements, and implementing solutions
• serve as the H&S lead on low‑risk, programmatic projects on behalf of the Director, Health and Safety
• monitor and evaluate subcontractor safety practices to ensure alignment with project and company standards
• conduct H&S prequalification of subcontractors using internal and external management systems
• assist client service teams in understanding and meeting client-specific H&S expectations
• maintain BC contractor prequalification status in vendor systems such as Avetta, ISNetworld, and BROWZ for assigned clients
• support development and review of H&S plans for medium to high-risk projects
• conduct in-field project kickoffs and audits as needed, and potentially provide full-time, on-site H&S management for extended periods
• facilitate meetings with WBU Leadership Team members and participate in select Communities of Practice (CoPs) and workgroups as an active member of the H&S Program
• assist the Director, Health and Safety with tracking performance indicators and preparing related reports to measure program effectiveness
• contribute to the creation and implementation of new H&S initiatives, safety minutes, and presentations to support ongoing program growth and improvement
• conduct refresher H&S training sessions, such as HAZWOPER and Field Work Safety Awareness (FWSA), both virtually and at various BC office locations
• promote existing resources and tools, such as the EHS management system, to enhance engagement with H&S practices throughout project delivery and workplace safety
• collaborate with the Director, Health and Safety to investigate complex or high-risk incidents, near misses, or other safety concerns, and recommend strategic corrective and preventive actions
• provide guidance and support to WBU office Health and Safety Coordinators (HSC) and Health and Safety Specialists (HSS), including assistance with office Emergency Action Plans (OEAPs)
• conduct comprehensive field, desktop, and office audits for WBU projects and office locations to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement
• work closely with Directors of Health and Safety from the East Business Unit and Private Sector Business Unit, as well as specialized Safety Partners, to advance internal initiatives and drive the continuous improvement of Brown and Caldwell’s overall H&S program
• lead or participate in H&S Roadshows to share best practices and promote a culture of safety across the organization

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Health and Safety (Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Safety Management, etc.)
• 2
• 5 years of related construction safety management experience
• Possess foundational knowledge of health, safety principles
• Willing/able to obtain a GSP, ASP, OHST, CHST or other professional certification
• 30-hour OSHA construction safety training
• Strong understanding of construction hazards and safe work practices
• Strong understanding and competence with Confined Space Entry permitting during construction
• Must be able to enter Confined Spaces
• Possess interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with multifunctional teams
• Experience and knowledge of construction safety standards contained in the , 29 CFR 1926 and applicable sections of 29 CFR 191
• Good technical skills with the ability to articulate ideas and concepts both visually and contextually are essential
• Strong verbal/written communication skills and ability to work well independently and in team environments
• Must be positive, flexible, reliable, responsive, self-motivated, able to multi-task and work both independently and in a team environment, and under deadline pressures
• Advanced skills in MS Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; proficiency with Internet applications
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required
• Must be willing to work in the field year-round, potentially for extended periods of time, and able to perform physically demanding work

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• short and long-term disability
• life insurance
• an employee assistance program
• paid time off and parental leave
• paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• performance-based bonus eligibility
• employee referral bonuses
• tuition reimbursement
• pet insurance
• long-term care insurance