AECOM - Newport News, VA
posted 3 months ago
Full-time - Mid Level
Hybrid - Newport News, VA
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
The Transportation Safety, Health & Environment Specialist IV at AECOM is responsible for evaluating and implementing safety, health, and environmental programs that comply with OSHA and government regulations. This role involves working on VDOT-related projects, conducting safety audits, and leading safety initiatives to mitigate risks and enhance safety performance. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining remote work with some travel, and is based out of Virginia Beach, VA.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and implement SH&E programs and procedures to meet or exceed OSHA and government compliance requirements.
- Attend VDOT project meetings and assist with safety planning and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
- Mitigate hazards and associated risks to reduce work-related injuries and costs from incidents.
- Monitor corporate and regional safety programs and continuously improve safety performance.
- Maintain knowledge of OSHA regulations and current issues.
- Develop and implement safety training materials and programs.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
- Manage employee injuries and coordinate with relevant contacts including workers' compensation and HR.
- Investigate and document incidents and near misses, conducting injury reviews to determine root causes.
- Conduct regular safety inspections and audits, reporting results and recommending improvements.
- Lead the Safety Committee and Project Incident Investigations.
- Provide technical safety consulting services for project initiatives.
- Conduct new employee project orientation and training.
- Identify safety challenges on VDOT projects and coordinate safety recognition programs.
- Prepare comprehensive reports on project inspections and assist in hazard prevention.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 6 years of experience in safety, health, and/or environment, or equivalent experience/education.
- Ability to travel to other facilities using an AECOM provided vehicle.
- Valid Motor Vehicle Records for positions with driving responsibilities.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience leading safety in a large, diverse team across a wide geography.
- Advanced safety certifications (ASP, CSP, STS, CHST, SCTPP).
- 10 Hour OSHA Certification preferred.
- Experience with state or federal transportation agencies, highway construction, or emergency management.
- Experience applying technological solutions to work zone safety.
Benefits
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
