Environmental Health Safety Specialist

Atlas Connections is partnering with a leading engineering and construction organization to identify a Safety Professional to join their growing operations team. This organization leverages innovative design strategies and an integrated project approach, with a strong commitment to mitigating risk, compressing schedules, reducing costs, and accelerating the path from capital investment to revenue generation.

The Safety Professional supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of health and safety programs across operations. Working under the guidance of senior safety staff, this role contributes to safety deliverables, participates in inspections, and assists with EHS initiatives. The Safety Professional is actively involved in safety trainings, field assessments, and incident investigations, while gaining practical experience and technical knowledge in a variety of operational settings.

• Assist in developing and updating safety plans, procedures, and supporting documentation
• Participate in field inspections, audits, and hazard assessments under supervision
• Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable health and safety regulations
• Collaborate with senior safety personnel during incident investigations and root cause analyses
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of safety training and daily work briefings
• Maintain safety records, logs, and inspection reports
• Monitor site conditions and report potential hazards to supervisors or project leads
• Participate in project meetings to support safety integration during planning and execution phases
• Stay informed on industry best practices, regulatory changes, and safety innovations

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field (required)
• Relevant diploma or certification may be considered with experience
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction or General Industry
• First Aid/CPR
• Entry-level certifications (GSP, CHST, OHST, or equivalent)

• 1–3 years of relevant safety experience, preferably in construction, energy, manufacturing, or similar environments
• Experience conducting safety observations, supporting fieldwork, and preparing documentation
• Familiarity with OSHA 29 CFR 1910/1926 and general regulatory requirements

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between job sites as needed
• Combination of office and active field-based settings; must be comfortable wearing PPE
• Ability to walk, stand, climb, and navigate varying terrain and environmental conditions
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required based on operational needs