EHS Engineer

SUMMARY:

The role of the EHS Engineer is to eliminate or control hazardous conditions resulting from human error, equipment and machine operations which may lead to human injury and / or property damage. Must apply advanced mathematical techniques; professional engineering principles, methods, and techniques; safety-related elements of the physical sciences, ergonomics, psychology and physiology; and safety principles, standards, practices and analytical techniques. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health + Safety Sciences or related field; equivalent combinations of  
  technical education and / or industrial related safety experience may substitute for educational  
  requirement 

• Experience in occupational Environmental Health + Safety or a related field 

• Construction industry experience 

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations 

• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures 

• Possesses strong communication skills, and interact effectively at all levels within the organization and external to DAVIS 

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Field Safety Inspections and Hazard Control 

• Conducts EHS inspections independently, identifying hazards and verifying corrective actions 

• Documents findings and follow-up actions using DAVIS EHS systems 

• Communicates observed risks clearly to field personnel and trade partners 

• Applies knowledge of construction tools, equipment, and means-and-methods to assess hazards 

• Safety Planning and High-Risk Work Review 

• Reviews Pre-Task Plans, Job Hazard Analyses, and high-risk work plans (e.g., crane lifts, demolition, fall protection) 

• Evaluates adequacy of hazard controls and collaborates with project teams to improve planning 

• Applies understanding of construction sequencing and site logistics to support proactive risk management 

• Trade Partner and Project Team Leadership Engagement 

• Builds working relationships with trade partners to reinforce EHS expectations 

• Evaluates trade partner compliance with site-specific safety requirements 

• Engages operations leadership by sharing safety performance updates and seeking input on EHS outcomes 

• Training, Education and Meeting Facilitation 

• Delivers and co-instructs EHS training in field and classroom settings 

• Develops basic training materials and presentation content 

• Prepares EHS agenda items for project and trade partner meetings 

• Presents safety-related material clearly and professionally 

• Incident Investigation and Corrective Action Support 

• Participates in incident investigations by gathering facts and identifying contributing factors 

• Supports root cause analysis and incident reporting processes 

• Assists project teams in identifying and tracking corrective actions 

• Project Assessments and Audits  

• Completes Monthly Project EHS Assessments and facilitates engagement on findings 

• Works with senior EHS and operations staff to develop corrective action plans 

• Assists with EHS audits on projects outside primary assignments to support consistency and benchmarking 

• Project Start-Up and Site Controls 

• Supports project EHS start-up activities, including signage, postings, and site orientation 

• Conducts or supports EHS kick-off meetings and trade partner preconstruction meetings 

• Uses EHS permitting processes to support safe execution of high-risk activities 

• Documentation, Data Systems and Reporting 

• Uses DAVIS systems to manage inspections, permits, incidents, and documentation 

• Maintains accurate records and supports logistics planning and reporting 

• Prepares and distributes meeting minutes to document discussions and track action items 

• Regulatory Knowledge and Performance Analytics 

• Participates in OSHA inspections and consultations, representing DAVIS professionally 

• Applies OSHA, local regulations, DAVIS EHS Manual, and contract requirements to field conditions 

• Begins analyzing field data and metrics to identify trends and support performance improvement 

• Professional Development and Outreach 

• Manages responsibilities across multiple active projects with effective prioritization and follow-through 

• Maintains required certifications (OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR) and pursues continued development 

• Supports environmental and industrial hygiene activities, including exposure monitoring 

• Participates in high school and university outreach and recruiting efforts to support future EHS talent 

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:  

• Autonomy + Accountability 

• Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems  

• Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others 

• Accountable for work within own role only, but work completed impacts team and / or projects  

• Business Impact 

• Impacts own team and adjacent teams 

• Uses discretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency 

• Assists in basic business development tasks 

• Talent Development 

• Acts as a resource for team members with less experience 

• May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements  

• Problem Solving + Resiliency 

• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project / department with minimal oversight 

• Evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration 

DAVIS CORE VALUES: 

• TRUST 

• Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations 

• Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging 

• Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions 

• Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work