• Promotes compliance with applicable H&S federal, state, and local regulations and permits; company policies and procedures; and work practices for clients and the corporate program.
• Assists with the development and implementation of programs, initiatives, policies, and best practices that promote employee H&S compliance.
• In conjunction with the Learning and Development Team, develops and delivers training programs that educate VHB employees on H&S requirements and risks (e.g., construction safety, OSHA Safety Training).
• Attends safety meetings with various levels across the organization (e.g., Project Managers, ,Managing Directors). Serves on the Safety Committee.
• Promotes incident reporting across the organization.
• Documents and investigates H&S incidents/accidents/injuries, provides records or evidence as required during lawsuits or legal proceedings, and develops and implements corrective measures to reduce risk (e.g., retraining, procedural changes).
• Provides H&S compliance support at client facilities.
• Maintains a visible presence at offices and project sites.
• Conducts compliance assessments (e.g., walking/working surfaces, confined space entry reviews, clockout/tagout).
• Evaluates, audits, and enforces safe work areas.
• Assists Project Managers in monitoring known H&S hazards (e.g., noise, heat/cold, work-related trauma).
• Assists with the development and updating of various safety policies, procedures, reports, statistics, and other H&S written documentation (e.g., lessons learned).
• Purchases and distributes personal protection equipment and other related supplies (e.g., footwear). Encourages employees to use the proper safety equipment.
• May develop and communicate facility-specific emergency response or evacuation plans.
• Stays abreast of current and anticipated changes in H&S laws and regulations.
• Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals.
• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures.

• 5+ years of experience in an H&S role, preferably in the Architecture Engineering Construction industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Health and Safety or equivalent field
• Certification in Occupational Health and Safety preferred
• Working knowledge and understanding of relevant H&S federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills (e.g., writing policies and procedures for H&S) and presentational skills delivering training (both in-person and online).
• Exceptional customer service abilities with an emphasis on timely response to employee concerns and needs.
• Strong organizational, time management, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively and positively with coworkers.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail oriented.

WE ARE VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments.

Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience.

• Inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects.
• Amazing co-workers
• A focus on learning and development
• Flexible, hybrid workplace

It’s not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.