Construction Safety and Health Professional at ITAC in Lexington, SC

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Embrace ITAC’s Core Values in all aspects of the job.
• Support the success of the project with effective EHS related services.
• Help create, improve, and comply with Site-Specific EHS Plans.
• Be a team player and integrate into the project team as an equal and valuable member mentor and leader.
• Assist EHS Coordinators, the project team and project leadership with incident investigations, corrective actions, EHS related program improvements, and final reports.
• Be self-directed and conduct independently all required safety and health tasks required by the customer and the project environment.
• Provide safety and health technical support and training to project managers and field employees.
• Evaluate all field safety and health practices, including emergency response procedures, for improvement in effectiveness and compliance.
• Conduct documented audits and inspections o assigned projects, areas, and work tasks.
• Communicate with other EHS Managers and Project Managers the conditions and concerns about their project.
• Perform air sampling and monitoring, data logging, and basic IH tasks.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities of EHS Manager

• Determine an effective work schedule and be self-directed and conduct independently all required safety and health tasks required by ITAC’s EHS Policy, the customer’s project requirements and any project Site-Specific EHS Plan.
• Perform detailed incident investigation and produce high-quality incident reports.
• Provide EHS related technical support and training to EHS Coordinators, project managers and field employees.
• Evaluate all field safety and health practices, including emergency response procedures, for improvement in effectiveness and compliance as well identify any impending weaknesses or potential gaps.
• Know how to perform detailed equipment, location, and tool inspections and ensure inspection completion as needed.
• Report any trends and reoccurring deficiencies as noted from leading indicators to the EHS Director.
• Recommend air monitoring devices and specialty devices, perform air sampling and monitoring, data logging and basic Industrial Hygiene related tasks.
• Develop training materials and effectively deliver training and instruction at a variety of meeting types.
• Consistently evaluate ITAC’s EHS Program in their assigned areas and ensure effective implementation.
• Strong computer aptitude, including fluency with MS Office; PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Work Environment

The job is primarily performed at client industrial locations and outdoors at construction sites with periods of indoor office assignments. The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

• Job Site environment, including, but not limited to, machines, tools, heavy equipment, chemicals, solvents, dust and fumes.
• Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.

Experience/Education

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Construction Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in safety coordination or related roles within the construction industry
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and industry-specific safety standards
• Experience conducting safety inspections and implementing corrective actions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively train and communicate safety protocols to employees and contractors
• Proven ability to analyze incidents and develop preventive measures
• Detail-oriented mindset with exceptional organizational and record-keeping skills
• Lift, carry and push/pull at up to 50 pounds without difficulty
• Climb in and out of equipment, up ladders and stairs. Walk across uneven terrain and surfaces
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive to project sites with company vehicles.

Additional requirements for EHS Manager

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing EHS programs in industrial, construction, maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or similar general construction companies.

• At least one year of management and oversight experience for direct reports and/or management training.

• Bilingual (highly preferred)

Certifications and Training Qualifications – Preferred / Desired

• OSHA 500 Certification – Outreach trainer
• OSHA level courses related to construction and industrial subjects
• EM385-1-1 related courses
• MSHA related courses
• CHST – Certified Safety & Health Technician
• CSP – Certified Safety Professional
• Other EHS related Management Certifications

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Sick Time Off
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Mentorship Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care