DPR Construction

Sr. Lead EHS Specialist - Core Market

DPR Construction$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of EHS experience, with program management or multi-site leadership in industrial or related fields.
  • OSHA 500 training required for safety compliance.
  • Various EHS-specific certifications like competent person and train-the-trainer.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and reporting tasks.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills to convey complex EHS information.
  • Degree in safety management or CHST certification is advantageous.
  • Experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or OSHPD environments preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Implement best practices and guide project teams on EHS programs.
  • Interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements and industry standards for organizational compliance.
  • Shape risk management, crisis response, and strategic planning for safety and environmental matters.
  • Integrate data analytics and emerging technologies to improve program effectiveness.
  • Consult with cross-functional teams to design and roll out EHS initiatives across the organization.
  • Communicate complex EHS regulatory and procedural requirements effectively to diverse audiences.
  • Champion a culture of excellence in EHS through capability-building strategies.

Benefits

  • Extensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support health and wellness.
  • Access to annual wellness programs focused on employee well-being.
Full Job Description

Job Description

This individual will create, consult on, and support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) program objectives, providing technical expertise and guidance to leadership and stakeholders at various levels. This role will help shape complex risk management strategies, support compliance efforts, and develop solutions for specific projects, incidents, and operational challenges while promoting best practices across the organization.

The Sr. Lead EHS Specialist will model proactive safety leadership, partner with regional and business unit safety leads to drive accountability, and integrate emerging EHS trends, technologies, and data-driven insights into program development to support continuous improvement.

  • Implements best practices and guides project teams on comprehensive EHS programs.
  • Guides the organization in interpreting and applying complex regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  • Shapes risk management, crisis response, and strategic planning for safety and environmental matters.
  • Integrates advanced data analytics and emerging technologies to enhance program effectiveness and reporting.
  • Consults cross-functional teams in the design and rollout of enterprise-wide EHS initiatives.
  • Communicates significantly complex or in-depth regulatory and procedural EHS requirements to diverse audiences.
  • Champions a culture of excellence in EHS by architecting organizational capability-building strategies.

Qualifications

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

  • 8+ years of experience in EHS roles, including experience in program management or multi-site leadership within industrial, manufacturing, construction, or a related field required.
  • OSHA 500 training.
  • Competent person, train-the-trainer, and other activity specific certifications.
  • Familiar with Microsoft office suite.
  • Oral and writing skills.
  • Degree in safety management or CHST certification a plus.
  • Manufacturing / pharmaceutical / OSHPD experience a plus.
  • Carpenter or laborer union affiliation okay.
  • Salary-based position.

Anticipated starting pay range:

$90,000.00- $130,000.00

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs

for orexperienced professionals and recent graduates.





About DPR Construction

DPR Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management firm. The company provides preconstruction, construction, and post-construction services for a variety of markets, including healthcare, advanced technology, higher education, and corporate offices. DPR Construction was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company has offices throughout the United States and has completed projects in various countries, including Singapore and the Netherlands.
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4,000 employees
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Founded
1990

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