2 to 5 years
This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
34% STARs in role.
seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Environmental
Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support safety operations across
multiple commercial construction projects.
This role will work closely with project teams, field
leadership, subcontractors, and clients to help maintain a safe, compliant, and
productive work environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about
construction safety, enjoys being present in the field, and is committed to
fostering a strong safety culture on every project.
Key Responsibilities
- Support implementation and enforcement of company safety policies, procedures, and site-specific safety plans.
- Conduct routine jobsite safety inspections and audits, documenting observations and helping track corrective actions.
- Assist with daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, stretch-and-flex programs, and pre-task planning meetings.
- Maintain safety documentation, including training records, incident reports, JHAs, permits, SDS logs, and inspection reports.
- Monitor jobsite activities to ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and client-specific safety requirements.
- Support project teams with hazard identification, risk assessments, and accident prevention initiatives.
- Assist in investigating incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions and help implement corrective actions.
- Verify proper PPE usage and adherence to safe work practices by all personnel onsite.
- Coordinate and support new hire orientations and ongoing safety training programs.
- Track safety metrics and prepare reports for project leadership.
- Work collaboratively with superintendents, project managers, subcontractors, and client representatives to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Promote a culture of accountability, awareness, and continuous improvement across all project teams.
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in construction safety, field operations, or EHS coordination.
- OSHA 30 certification required.
- Working knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build relationships and effectively communicate with field personnel, subcontractors, and clients.
- Comfortable working in active construction environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- CHST certification or desire to pursue professional safety certifications.
- Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, laboratory, life sciences, technology, advanced manufacturing, or mission-critical construction projects.
- Familiarity with digital safety management platforms and reporting systems.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Core Competencies
- Safety-focused mindset
- Strong field presence and engagement
- Effective communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving ability
- Team-oriented approach
- Professionalism and accountability
seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Environmental
Health & Safety (EHS) Coordinator to support safety operations across
multiple commercial construction projects.
This role will work closely with project teams, field
leadership, subcontractors, and clients to help maintain a safe, compliant, and
productive work environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about
construction safety, enjoys being present in the field, and is committed to
fostering a strong safety culture on every project.
Key Responsibilities
- Support implementation and enforcement of company safety policies, procedures, and site-specific safety plans.
- Conduct routine jobsite safety inspections and audits, documenting observations and helping track corrective actions.
- Assist with daily safety briefings, toolbox talks, stretch-and-flex programs, and pre-task planning meetings.
- Maintain safety documentation, including training records, incident reports, JHAs, permits, SDS logs, and inspection reports.
- Monitor jobsite activities to ensure compliance with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and client-specific safety requirements.
- Support project teams with hazard identification, risk assessments, and accident prevention initiatives.
- Assist in investigating incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions and help implement corrective actions.
- Verify proper PPE usage and adherence to safe work practices by all personnel onsite.
- Coordinate and support new hire orientations and ongoing safety training programs.
- Track safety metrics and prepare reports for project leadership.
- Work collaboratively with superintendents, project managers, subcontractors, and client representatives to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Promote a culture of accountability, awareness, and continuous improvement across all project teams.
Required Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in construction safety, field operations, or EHS coordination.
- OSHA 30 certification required.
- Working knowledge of OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build relationships and effectively communicate with field personnel, subcontractors, and clients.
- Comfortable working in active construction environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
- CHST certification or desire to pursue professional safety certifications.
- Experience supporting commercial, healthcare, laboratory, life sciences, technology, advanced manufacturing, or mission-critical construction projects.
- Familiarity with digital safety management platforms and reporting systems.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Core Competencies
- Safety-focused mindset
- Strong field presence and engagement
- Effective communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving ability
- Team-oriented approach
- Professionalism and accountability
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $80.00 - $90.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 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.
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Posting ID: JP-006224920