James G Davis Construction Corp

EHS Engineer

James G Davis Construction Corp • $78K — $95K *
Rockville, MD 20850In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health + Safety Sciences or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 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 actions
  • Strong communication skills for effective interaction at all organizational levels

Responsibilities

  • Conduct EHS inspections independently to identify hazards and verify corrective actions
  • Document findings and follow-up actions using DAVIS EHS systems
  • Review Pre-Task Plans and Job Hazard Analyses for high-risk work plans
  • Build working relationships with trade partners to reinforce EHS expectations
  • Deliver EHS training in field and classroom settings
  • Participate in incident investigations and support root cause analysis
  • Complete Monthly Project EHS Assessments and assist with EHS audits

Benefits

  • Participation in ongoing professional development and certification maintenance
  • Opportunity to engage in outreach and training efforts to foster future EHS talent
  • Involvement in diverse projects across the construction industry
  • Supportive environment for career growth and leadership engagement
Full Job Description
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

About James G Davis Construction Corp

James G. Davis Construction Corporation is a construction management and general contracting firm headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. The company was founded in 1966 by James G. Davis, who served as its CEO until his death in 2012. The company specializes in commercial, institutional, and government construction projects, and has completed projects in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, education, hospitality, and transportation. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the Associated Builders and Contractors' National Excellence in Construction Award.
Learn more about James G Davis Construction Corp
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$15 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$300 million
* Ladders Estimates

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