Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Senior Coordinator

Olsson is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Senior Coordinator to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include advising teams, managing workers' compensation, and developing safety programs. Candidates should have strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and experience in EHS. This position is based in Kansas City, MO, with potential travel required, and is not a remote job.
Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

As an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Senior Coordinator, you will implement plans and procedures to achieve the team’s objectives to ensure a safe working environment for employees to deliver high-quality projects effectively. You will perform routine EHS assignments according to established guidelines while using knowledge of the organization, processes, and procedures to develop solutions in non-standard situations. You will advise technical teams and leadership on daily EHS matters and provide solutions for complex matters. Additional responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, workers compensation management, ability to read, analyze and interpret general business documents, contracts, and technical procedures. Overnight travel may be required.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Lincoln, NE, Omaha, NE, North Kansas City, MO, or Overland Park, KS office locations.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:
• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You Bring To The Team
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Self-starter, strong organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Positive professional attitude with strong customer service skills.
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Ability to develop and foster effective professional relationships internally and externally.
• Increased knowledge of OSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and claims management skills.
• Assisting with scope review, project planning, and recommended processes to mitigate employee exposure to workplace hazards.
• Independently provides solutions to resolve complex situations related to the EHS matters.
• Contribution to the development of safety programs, related policies, and procedures.
• Experience in developing and leading environment health and safety training.
• Proficiency in Office 365 products (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) as well as web-based programs.
• CPR/First Aid certification and OSHA instructor certifications are preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety management, business, or a related area is preferred.
• Minimum 6-10 years of experience in the safety and/or construction industry.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

Benefits

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:
• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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