Safety, Health & Environment Site Officer

AECOM is seeking an experienced On-Site Safety Officer to support a major construction project near DFW Airport Texas. This position will serve as the owners on-site safety representative and provide independent oversight of construction activities to help ensure a safe and compliant work environment throughout the duration of the project. The successful candidate will play a critical role in driving safety excellence by conducting field observations auditing contractor performance supporting incident investigations and ensuring compliance with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements.

This role requires a proactive safety professional with strong field presence exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams contractors subcontractors and stakeholders. The candidate will be responsible for monitoring project activities identifying potential risks recommending corrective actions and fostering a culture of safety across all phases of construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site safety representative for the project throughout the construction phase.
• Work directly with vendors retained by the Owner and support participation in the Owners contractor prequalification and safety compliance programs.
• Conduct daily site safety walks to identify unsafe conditions unsafe acts and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Perform routine and targeted safety audits of construction activities and document findings.
• Review contractor and Design-Builder safety reports programs and performance metrics and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor construction operations to ensure compliance with applicable OSHA regulations project-specific safety requirements and Owner EHS policies and procedures.
• Conduct root cause investigations for incidents near misses and safety-related events and develop corrective action recommendations.
• Complete and maintain Owner-required internal safety reports and documentation.
• Verify that the Design-Builder and all subcontractors perform work in accordance with project safety requirements and contractual obligations.
• Participate in project meetings and provide safety updates trends and recommendations to project leadership.
• Collaborate with project management field supervision and contractors to proactively identify and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Track corrective actions and verify timely closure of safety observations and audit findings.
• Promote a strong safety culture through coaching mentoring and constructive engagement with project personnel.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety Environmental Health and Safety Construction Management Industrial Hygiene Engineering or a related field and 4 years of construction safety experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Ability to pass a motor vehicle check drug screen and all related background check items

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety Environmental Health and Safety Construction Management Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2 years of construction safety experience supporting large-scale commercial industrial infrastructure or mission-critical projects.
• Professional safety certification such as CSP CHST ASP OHST or equivalent is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing contractor and subcontractor compliance with owner-specific EHS requirements.
• Experience managing safety programs for complex design-build construction projects.
• Strong background conducting root cause investigations and implementing corrective action programs.
• Experience utilizing safety management systems audit platforms and incident reporting software.
• Proven ability to influence safety performance and foster a culture of continuous improvement across multiple project stakeholders.
• Experience supporting large construction projects in an on-site safety oversight role.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction industry safety standards.
• Experience conducting safety audits inspections incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Experience reviewing contractor safety programs reports and compliance documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with project stakeholders.
• Ability to perform routine site walks and inspections in active construction environments.

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time