Safety & Health Professional

Job Title:

Safety & Health Professional – Heavy Civil & Underground Construction

Location:

Midwest Region (Travel Required)

Industry: Heavy Civil, Hydro, Utility, Geotechnical Projects

Experience Level: 2-5 Years | Mid-Level Role

Compensation:
Competitive Pay + Full Benefits

At Engineering & Construction Innovations, Inc. (ECI), we don’t just build projects—we solve the toughest engineering challenges in heavy civil construction.

We are looking for a Safety & Health Professional who wants to be hands‑on, working both in the field and office on complex, high‑impact projects. If you're ready to tackle unique construction challenges and build a rewarding career, this is your opportunity.

Some travel within the Midwest region is required.

At ECI, we THRIVE outside the box. That means we take on the toughest engineering challenges and find smart, unconventional solutions to get the job done. From hydroelectric dams to underground infrastructure, we tackle complex projects that demand innovation, expertise, and hands‑on problem‑solving.

• Responsible for effectively implementing the Contractor’s Safety Program
• Coordinates all emergency response activities
• Recommends controls for observed hazards or predicted hazards
• Has full authorization to correct unsafe acts on the spot, including the authority to stop work to correct safety and health problems
• Leads weekly safety meetings at the jobsite
• Assist in development of each Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
• Verifies the correct use of respiratory protection and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Provides direct oversight and assembles a detailed report of all incident reviews, near misses, accidents, and emergency response or rescue actions
• Responsible for hazard recognition, control, and accident prevention
• Before start of construction, identifies existing and predictable unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous conditions
• Develop and approve the site‑specific Contractor’s Safety Program

Must have 2‑4 years experience in heavy civil construction projects based in the United States, or hold a 4‑year bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following:

• Safety Engineering
• Safety and Occupational Health
• Industrial Hygiene (IH)

Certification (Accredited as one of the following):

• Registered Professional Safety Engineer
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Associate Safety Professional (ASP)
• Construction Health & Safety Technician (CHST)
• Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST)
• CIH certified by the board of Certified Safety Professionals/American Board of Industrial Hygiene (ABIH)
• Graduate Professional (GSP)

• Completed an OSHA authorized 30‑hour course for construction safety within the last 3 years, including elective subjects applicable to this project (e.g., Confined Space Entry, Hoists, Safety and Health Programs, Marine and Diving Operations)
• Knowledgeable of current safety trends, industry practices, and can exercise technical expertise

• Competitive salary and performance‑based bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Wellness program for employees and dependents
• Simple IRA
• Paid time off to support work‑life balance
• Opportunities for career development and mentorship

ECI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation or preference, or disability.