Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Berkeley, California

Senior Design Review/Construction Safety Professional

Onsite$158,000 - $174,000/yrPosted Mar 13, 2026

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Location
Berkeley, California
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$158,000 - $174,000/yr
Posted
Mar 13, 2026
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About this role

%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ELawrence Berkeley National Laboratory is hiring a %3Cstrong%3ESenior Design Review/Construction Safety Professional%3C/strong%3E within the Environment, Health %26amp; Safety division. This position will work under the consultative direction of the Environment, Health, and Safety/Operations Support Team EHS Manager for Facilities and Construction. The Senior Design Review/Construction Safety Professional provides customer service-based technical support to solve very complex construction design review and EHS program related issues.%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EUsing broad knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques, the safety professional is responsible for providing a range of project design review and safety support using knowledge as a recognized expert, for very complex construction projects, subcontractor field work and consultation in many subject matter areas including, but not limited to, industrial hygiene, construction health and safety, subcontractor health and safety, maintenance health and safety, excavations safety, fall protection, ladder safety, etc.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWe’re here for the same mission, to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges! Have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 17 Nobel Prizes!%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EKey Responsibilities:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Ci%3EConstruction/Design Review Project Support (75%)%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul class=%22ul1%22%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EActs as the EHS Project Team Lead for assigned projects throughout the lifecycle of the construction project.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EServes as the EHS Design Review lead for all ES%26amp;H elements in the Design Review Process.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EUses LBNL Master Specifications, PUB-3000 Chapter 10, ANSI/ASSE Z590.3 – 2021 Prevention through Design, and other national consensus standards to ensure projects design and construct buildings that are safe to occupy, safe to maintain, and are built in a way that protects construction personnel, LBNL Personnel, the public, and the environment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EIdentifies EHS specialty areas that require supplemental support.%26nbsp; Engages SME’s or their line management to retain needed support.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECoordinates and consolidates comments from EHS SMEs and acts as the single point of contact for Facilities Project Management.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EFacilitates in resolution of conflicts in EHS comments/recommendations.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMaintains current project tracking tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Bluebeam) throughout the duration of projects.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECoordinates EHS multi-disciplinary teams in support of high hazard reviews, Facilities’ design and construction projects, safety inspections, self-assessments, committee meetings, and assists in accident investigations%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EReviews plans, design specifications, drawings, etc. in all planned new facilities and renovations to existing facilities with regard to safety.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMakes recommendations in concert with other departments that will help maintain compliance with federal, state and local fire, health, and safety regulations and codes that will achieve the optimal control or reduction of hazards and exposures while maintaining budgetary constraints.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EEvaluate safety records, performance and qualifications of construction subcontractors during project bidding phase.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EReview subcontractors Site Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) before work starts and apply professional judgment and expertise to verify that adequate forethought has been given to each phase of construction and that their proposed work plan meets safety regulations. Consult with and alert other SMEs as appropriate.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EParticipate in Project Reviews and DOE Critical Decision Reviews.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EPartner with subcontractors to familiarize them with LBNL’s safety and industrial hygiene expectations and to provide guidance to steer their safety management of ongoing and upcoming activities in the proper direction.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EPerforms complex health and safety field measurements and hazard evaluations.%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProvides leadership to less experienced health and safety professionals and technicians through work assignments, monitoring schedules and/or resolving problems.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMakes recommendations and presentations based on accepted health and safety scientific methodology.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ERecommends, develops and implements programs, policies and procedures for monitoring and preventing chemical, physical and biological hazards and diseases present in the organization%27s work areas.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDevelops and conducts employee training and hazardous materials communications programs. Ensures that quality control procedures are implemented according to all regulations.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EWrites technical reports based on the expert interpretation of data, observations, and current regulations.%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMaintains professional knowledge of existing and proposed changes in all industrial health and safety regulations.%26nbsp; Provides broad knowledge of diverse chemical, physical and biological hazards.%26nbsp; Participates with others in monitoring the organization%27s health standards in accordance with UC-DOE Prime Contract (Contract 31).%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Ci%3EConstruction/Project Field Support/EHS Division Support (25%)%3C/i%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul class=%22ul1%22%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EAssures that day-to-day work, operations, and activities in their assigned area(s) and activities are conducted safely and within established work authorizations in accordance with PUB-3000, Chapter 1.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProvides accurate written reports to applicable standards and ensures that this information is entered into the IH CHESS database.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EActs as a prime consultant on medium to large projects that affect the Berkeley Lab’s long-term goals and objectives.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ERepresents the Berkeley Lab in interactions with DOE, regulators, peers at other facilities, clients, and management.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EContributes to the completion and submission of the DOE-required Performance Indicators.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EIdentifies and implements items for continuous improvement in assigned programmatic areas.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWe are looking for:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul class=%22ul1%22%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EBachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or Engineering and 10 years of experience, or MS/MA and 7 years of experience, or Ph.D and 5 years of experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience.%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EBroad knowledge and work experience in the detection and control of hazards involved with technologies in a research environment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EExperience reviewing Master Specifications, contract documents, blueprints and designs, RFIs and submittals and other relevant construction documents.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDirect experience in applying OSHA, DOE, ANSI and other related health and safety requirements/regulations in a wide variety of construction or other work environments.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EAbility to work under short-term deadlines and constrained budgets, while managing several different projects concurrently.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EIndependent decision-making abilities and the ability to coordinate comments and input from other EHS SMEs.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EInsight to provide program direction regarding problem-solving/ investigation processes and be able to resolve conflicts through leadership.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDemonstrated ability and success in negotiating and dealing with various regulatory organizations.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProficiency with standard business software, including word processing, presentation software, and spreadsheets.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul class=%22ul1%22%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECertified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and/or Licensed Professional Engineer.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAdditional information:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul class=%22ul1%22%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EApplication date:%3C/strong%3E Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by %3Cstrong%3EApril 1, 2026%3C/strong%3E. Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAppointment type: %3C/strong%3EThis is a full-time career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESalary range:%3C/strong%3E The expected salary for this position is %24158,000.00 - 174,000.00. The final salary is dependent upon the candidate’s skills, knowledge, and abilities. This includes education, certifications, and years of experience.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EBackground check: %3C/strong%3EThis position is subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22li1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWork modality: %3C/strong%3EWork will be primarily performed at:%3Cstrong%3E %3C/strong%3ELawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. A REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification is required to access Berkeley Lab sites (for more information%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https://securityandemergencyservices.lbl.gov/%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E %3Cspan class=%22s1%22%3Eclick here%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E).%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWant to learn more about working at Berkeley Lab? Please visit: %3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22http://careers.lbl.gov/%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cspan class=%22s1%22%3E%3Cstrong%3Ecareers.lbl.gov%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EEqual Employment Opportunity Employer: The foundation of Berkeley Lab is our Stewardship Values: Team Science, Service, Trust, Innovation, and Respect; and we strive to build community with these shared values and commitments. Berkeley Lab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We heartily welcome applications from all who could contribute to the Lab%27s mission of leading scientific discovery, excellence, and professionalism. In support of our rich global community, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under State and Federal law.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EBerkeley Lab is a University of California employer. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p2%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22p1%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:white;color:black;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMisconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E

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Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Berkeley, California