Job Title: Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Professional - Electrical ContractorJob Description
We are seeking a dedicated Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Professional to join our team in overseeing and improving company-wide EHS policies, procedures, and programs. The role involves ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations while promoting a proactive safety culture within active electrical construction projects.
Responsibilities
Implement and continuously improve company-wide EHS policies, procedures, and programs.
Ensure alignment with OSHA, EPA, and applicable state and local regulations.
Maintain and manage key compliance documentation including OSHA logs, incident reports, and training records.
Conduct routine safety inspections, audits, and jobsite walkthroughs.
Identify hazards such as electrical, fall protection, and confined space, and implement corrective actions.
Partner with field leadership to evaluate work plans and ensure safe execution.
Promote best practices related to electrical hazards including shock, arc flash, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Ensure crews follow proper PPE usage, energized work protocols, and safe work distances.
Support compliance with OSHA electrical standards and hazard recognition requirements.
Lead new hire safety orientations and ongoing training programs.
Provide training on topics such as PPE, hazard communication, fall protection, and electrical safety.
Foster a proactive safety culture where employees are engaged and accountable.
Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
Track and trend safety metrics to drive continuous improvement.
Coordinate with leadership on reporting and compliance requirements.
Interface with OSHA inspectors, clients, and regulatory agencies as needed.
Ensure adherence to client-specific safety requirements and site safety plans.
Monitor regulatory updates and implement changes across operations.
Essential Skills
Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards (29 CFR 1926).
Experience with electrical construction hazards and mitigation techniques.
Ability to identify hazards including electrical, fall protection, and confined space.
Experience conducting job hazard analyses (JHAs) and risk assessments.
Knowledge of OSHA electrical standards and hazard recognition requirements.
Ability to promote best practices related to electrical hazards including shock, arc flash, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Experience ensuring crews follow proper PPE usage, energized work protocols, and safe work distances.
Ability to train and influence field teams and leadership.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
3-8+ years of EHS experience in construction or electrical contracting.
OSHA 30 certification required.
CHST, CSP, or equivalent safety certification preferred.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
Work Environment
The role requires presence in active electrical construction projects, involving work with electrical contractors and construction trades. The jobsite environment necessitates field presence to ensure safety and compliance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Raleigh, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Raleigh,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
