EHS Specialist

Hartford, CT
Full Time
Environmental Health & Safety
Mid Level

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced EHS Specialist to support a diverse portfolio of environmental, health, and safety projects.

Our goal is to employ the right individuals to be a part of our team, learning and working with experienced professionals who will help provide the formal training and mentoring needed to grow professionally and strive toward the opportunities that Loureiro can offer. You will work on a number of diverse, Health and Safety related projects and will be able to see how the Company’s core values are instilled in every project and in every employee.

At Loureiro, you won’t just work for the company—you’ll own a part of it. As a 100% employee-owned company, our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) gives you a company-funded ownership stake that grows over time, so when we succeed, you share in the rewards.

Position Summary

The EHS Specialist provides on- and off-site compliance, assessment, monitoring, training, and project support for industrial and commercial clients. The role combines fieldwork, technical data evaluation, client service, and project coordination.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide general EHS compliance support at client sites and remotely, including audits, inspections, program assessments, and documentation of existing conditions.
  • Participate in and, when qualified, lead field sampling and assessment activities such as stormwater and waste sampling, noise monitoring, air monitoring, indoor air quality assessments, ventilation evaluations, mold assessments, and hazardous building materials evaluations.
  • Support safety assessments involving hazard communication, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, confined spaces, fall protection, and job safety analysis.
  • Select and prepare appropriate field equipment; develop work plans; organize project logistics; review field documentation; and coordinate with field staff throughout project execution.
  • Review field and analytical results, compare findings with applicable regulatory or industry criteria, evaluate trends, and complete spreadsheet-based and hand calculations.
  • Prepare clear, technically sound deliverables, including summary memoranda, initial report drafts, compliance documentation, and training materials.
  • Develop and deliver EHS, emergency response, and emergency management training programs.
  • Provide technical support for EHS programs and assigned projects, identify site-specific obstacles, and develop practical alternatives to achieve project objectives.
  • Support proposal development, task budgets, project initiation documentation, schedules, and project teams; monitor work against approved scope and budget.
  • Maintain effective client communication, help identify client needs and opportunities, and, when assigned, serve as Project Manager for selected projects.
  • Direct or mentor junior staff when appropriate and perform all work safely and in accordance with firm policies and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene, environmental science, engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Working knowledge of EHS principles and common regulatory requirements, including hazard communication, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, confined spaces, fall protection, and job safety analysis.
  • Ability to interpret field observations and analytical data and compare results with applicable regulatory or industry standards.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to complete technical calculations and prepare well-organized documentation.
  • Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, sound observation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, travel to client sites, and perform fieldwork as required.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience conducting EHS audits, inspections, sampling, monitoring, or training for industrial or commercial clients.
  • Experience preparing technical reports, proposals, work plans, project budgets, or project initiation documentation.
  • Professional certification or progress toward certification, such as PE, CSP, CHMM, CIH, or a related credential.

Success Factors

  • Identifies problems, evaluates alternatives, and develops practical solutions to site-specific challenges.
  • Produces meaningful, high-quality deliverables and owns assigned tasks through completion with appropriate oversight.
  • Demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, teamwork, and the ability to guide junior staff when assigned.
  • Recognizes client needs and opportunities while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and responsive service.
  • Pursues continuous learning and applies new knowledge to improve project execution and client outcomes.

Professional Development

Training and development will be tailored to the employee's experience and project responsibilities and may include:

  • Field and technical training in stormwater and waste sampling, noise and air monitoring, indoor air quality, mold, hazardous building materials, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and fall protection.
  • Participation in internal EHS workshops and relevant webinars, conferences, and training offered by organizations such as ACGIH, AIHA, ASSP, EPA, NAEM, and AWMA.
  • Mentoring and progressively independent project assignments designed to build field, analytical, project-management, and client-service capabilities.

Why Loureiro?

Employee Ownership, Real Impact: Through our ESOP, you gain a meaningful financial stake in the company’s success.

Diverse Expertise: Collaborate with specialists across engineering, environmental, construction, and EH&S fields.

Opportunity to Advance: We offer hands-on learning, coaching, and clear career paths.

People-First Culture: Join a respectful, team-oriented environment where your voice matters.

And of Course… Exceptional Benefits: From health coverage to financial wellness, our benefits support you in and out of work.

We are committed to delivering high-quality engineering and construction solutions that make a lasting impact, and we take pride in fostering an empowering workplace. If you’re looking to take ownership of impactful work and grow your career in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

About Loureiro

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. (Loureiro) is an employee-owned (ESOP), full-service multidisciplinary consulting firm with operations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and Missouri. Loureiro integrates engineering, construction, environmental health and safety, and energy, services to deliver high-quality solutions for its clients.

EEO/AAP Statement: Loureiro Engineering Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Loureiro Engineering Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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