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Haugland Energy Group has an immediate need for an experienced Safety Professional. We are seeking a motivated Stony Brook University graduate (or equivalent) with a degree in Environmental Science and a solid foundation in Environmental Health & Safety. The ideal candidate will be familiar with EPA and NYS DEC regulations, including NPDES, SPDES, SWPPP, and Part 360. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated, highly organized individual to join our Environmental Health & Safety team. In this role, you will provide safety support to our construction project management teams and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. At Haugland, we understand that pushing the boundaries of what has been done is essential to develop the infrastructure of tomorrow. The journey won’t be simple, but what gets us there is. At Haugland Group, Our Word is Our Way. We are leaders in building what’s next because we see the path to get there and we’re setting a new standard of exceptional along the way. Let’s build together! Key Functions • Provide safety support to project teams, • Conduct frequent safety inspections and audits of multiple job sites, • Lead weekly safety meetings (toolbox talks) with employees and subcontractors, • Assist in developing site-specific Health & Safety Plans, Safe Work Plans, Job Hazard Analyses, and Tailboards, • Investigate near misses, injuries, accidents, and property damage incidents, • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local safety regulations, • Partner with project managers, supervisors, and workers to identify and correct unsafe conditions or practices, • Identify potential loss-producing conditions, recommend corrective actions, and monitor implementation, • Observe work practices in real time to provide support and promote safe behaviors Desired Qualifications • 1+ years of experience in EH&S management, environmental management, or permitting, • Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies, Coastal environmental studies (preferred), Safety, Construction Management, or a related field, • Knowledge of NYS DEC regulations; NPDES, SPDES, SWPPP, Part 360, • Experience in human performance and error reduction, • OSHA training preferred, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard computer applications, • Strong initiative, organizational skills, and ability to work independently, • Sound judgment with the ability to identify problems, evaluate information, and recommend solutions, • Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with a strong work ethic, • Ability to pass a background check and maintain a valid driver’s license Why Haugland Group? Compensation range for this role is 80-95k At Haugland Group, our benefits are designed to convey company culture and values which has employees at its forefront. • Excellent benefits package including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), short/long term disability and life Insurance, • 401k with 5% employer match, • Employer funded Dependent Care FSA, • Potential for annual performance-based raise, • Paid Time off, • Paid company observed holidays, • Educational and professional advancement opportunities, • Frequent company-sponsored events, • Relaxed, friendly office, • Fast-paced, exciting environment Haugland Group LLC and its operating divisions, affiliates, related entities, and subsidiaries (collectively, “the Company”) do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered property of the Company and therefore, the Company will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Only upon the Company’s written request may preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with the Company must be in place and current. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.