EHS Specialist II

EHS Specialist II

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

The EHS Specialist II is an experienced safety professional with 5–10+ years of field and program management experience in heavy civil, environmental, industrial, or similarly complex work environments. This role supports high-profile and high-demand projects where exceptional safety performance is critical.

The EHS Specialist II serves as a key onsite safety leader—conducting and leading audits, guiding project teams through HASP development, facilitating incident investigations, conducting advanced training, and coaching personnel at all levels. This position demonstrates strong technical competency, decisive field judgment, and the ability to mentor junior safety professionals while reinforcing Forgen's Incident and Injury Free (IIF) philosophy.

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

• Champion Forgen's Core Values and drive an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture across assigned projects.
• Provide advanced EHS leadership and support to high-risk or high-visibility projects.
• Lead site safety inspections, field audits, and complex hazard assessments; ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop, review, and refine project HASPs and Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs).
• Lead or assist complex incident and near-miss investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action development.
• Serve as a key liaison between Forgen, subcontractors, clients, regulators, and third-party auditors.
• Mentor and support EHS Specialists I, EHS Technicians, and site personnel.
• Conduct specialized safety training, deliver project-specific onboarding, and reinforce competency requirements.
• Manage EHS Insights reporting accuracy, data quality, and performance metrics.
• Conduct advanced air monitoring, sampling, equipment calibration, and industrial hygiene tasks.
• Lead weekly project walkthroughs with project leadership and provide risk-based recommendations.
• Oversee maintenance of certifications, medical screenings, and training tracking for assigned personnel.
• Manage PPE needs, procurement, and inventory at the project level.
• Participate in compliance assurance audits, corporate assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support development of safety policies, training materials, and best practices.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Engineering, Construction, or a related field.

5–10+ years of progressive safety experience in heavy civil, environmental, industrial, mining, oil & gas, or comparable high-risk environments.

Proven ability to lead field teams and influence safety culture.

Strong communication, coaching, and facilitation skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety reporting systems.

Valid U.S. driver's license.

OSHA 500 or 510

40-Hour HAZWOPER

30-Hour OSHA Construction

Competent Person training (excavations, scaffolding, fall protection, confined space)

EM385-1-1 coursework

BCSP certification strongly preferred (e.g., CHST, CSP)

MSHA training

This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, extended standing or walking on project sites, climbing in and out of equipment, and working in confined spaces or k conditions and demands may vary, with possible exposure to heavy machinery, chemicals, dust, fumes, noise, and extreme weather. Proper PPE, including protective eyewear, gloves, a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, is required. Effective communication, tool use, and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non-craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.

Forgen is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on any legally protected status.