The Project Specialist is responsible for providing leadership and environmental, health & safety (EH&S) support to the Shared Services organization to ensure that work activities, including construction, waste management, field operations (e.g., warehousing, automotive repairs, facilities management, and fleet operations), and the maintenance and retirement of our energy systems, are conducted safely and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Company procedures and protocols. The Project Specialist works closely with Operations personnel and leadership to support the Companys commitment to EH&S Excellence and advance a culture of zero harm and 100% compliance.
This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Core Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary EH&S lead and senior field representative for the Queens territory, maintaining effective communication and strong working relationships with union personnel, supervisors, managers, senior leadership, contractors, and EH&S partners. Represent EH&S in complex or high-visibility matters, communicate risks and expectations clearly, and coordinate issues requiring alignment across multiple organizations and stakeholders.
- Provide programmatic EH&S leadership for Astoria Operations, including the Fleet, Cranes and Rigging, Environmental Operations, and Technical Services sections, as well as EH&S support for Stores Operations, Transportation garages, and Facilities Operations in Astoria and College Point.
- Lead EH&S program and project implementation for the Learning Center (TLC), coordinating with TLC leadership and program stakeholders to integrate EH&S requirements into training operations, facility activities, contractor work, and special projects.
- Coordinate complex or high visibility EH&S matters that involve multiple customers, operating organizations, labor stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and EH&S disciplines. Serve as the central point for alignment, escalation, follow-through, and communication.
- Communicate EH&S-related information at business and safety meetings, in the field and through safety talks and tail-board sessions.
- Develop, review, approve, and support implementation of JSAs, hazard assessments, JSSEs, SPCC plans, hazardous waste and contingency plans, respiratory protection plans, hearing conservation plans, risk management plans, and other EH&S documents applicable to the supported work.
- Lead and participate in investigations of injuries, illnesses, motor vehicle collisions, environmental events, Close calls, Time Outs, Rules We Live By events, and other significant incidents. Ensure investigations are thorough, causal factors and organizational learning are identified, corrective actions are practical, and required records are complete.
- Provide leadership for environmental incident response, including spill and release reporting, cleanup coordination, waste characterization, manifesting, contractor interfaces, and compliance with Company and regulatory requirements.
- Lead the review and acceptance of EHASPs across the Queens territory, establishing a consistent approach to plan quality, risk controls, and EH&S expectations. Ensure EHASPs address the unique environmental, safety, operational, and site-specific considerations of the work being performed, particularly within the Astoria Complex, and drive consistency across operating organizations, contractors, and projects.
- Willingness to travel or report to various Company locations as required.
- Respond to emergencies on a 24/7 basis, including other related assignments as needed.
Required Education/Experience
- Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience or
- Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience or
- Associate's Degree and 5 years of relevant experience or
- High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of relevant experience
Preferred Education/Experience
- Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant experience including experience within the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) discipline or in roles focused on electric distribution systems
- Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience including experience within the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) discipline or in roles focused on electric distribution systems
- Associate's Degree and 5 years of relevant experience including experience within the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) discipline or in roles focused on electric distribution systems
- High School Diploma/GED and 8 years of relevant experience including experience within the Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) discipline or in roles focused on electric distribution systems
Relevant Work Experience
- Completion of Company CEHSP program as soon as possible. Successful completion of position-specific EH&S training as applicable, required.
- Ability to demonstrate a strong Commitment to Excellence, and understand the vital importance of personal accountability, required.
- Ability to effectively interact with various levels of personnel, required.
- Strong team player and demonstrated ability to obtain results, required.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to successfully complete multiple tasks without compromising quality or timeliness, required.
- Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with customers, support staff, regulatory agencies, and various levels of management, required.
- Demonstrated commitment to providing exemplary customer service and cultivating a team-focused work environment aligned with Con Edisons Corporate Values, required.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and/or an ability to quickly become proficient with database packages including MAXIMO, CRS, and Oracle required.
- Strong EH&S knowledge in asbestos, OSHA requirements, and HazWaste/Environmental regulations, required.
- Safety and environmental incident response, required.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to initiate and champion change, influence stakeholders, and drive improvements in work practices and processes, required.
- Ability to develop concepts into successful safety and environmental programs, preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, etc.
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities
Licenses and Certifications
- Driver's License Required
Physical Demands
- Ability to respond to system emergencies
- Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
- Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
- Stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs for the duration of the workday
- Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies
Additional Physical Demands
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.
- Must be available to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
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Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.