Assistant Site Safety & Health Specialist - Construction (Chicago)

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago, IL is seeking an Assistant Site Safety & Health Specialist to support the field safety program on active construction sites. You will help interpret safety policies to keep the worksite safe and compliant, collaborating with project teams to deliver incident-free performance.

You will help implement corporate Safety & Health deliverables, conduct hazard assessments, participate in incident investigations, and ensure safety information is shared across teams while

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant degree required.
• Associate Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant degree and 2 years construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management required.
• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management required.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA Construction and General Industry Regulations, ANSI, NIOSH, CoE, NEC Standards.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be willing to work various schedules at project sites.
• Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain driving privileges; valid driver's license required.
• OSHA 10-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training or OSHA 30-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing Safety & Health program support on field construction projects to verify operations are safe.
• Assist in executing Safety & Health Program deliverables defined by the Corporate Safety & Health department.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA rules and regulations.
• Assist with work stoppage incidents where there is immediate danger.
• Resolve safety concerns and document details for project management.
• Communicate withSafety & Health teams to verify program implementation and records.
• Assist with hazard assessments to ensure policy compliance.
• Identify and document safety issues and implement corrective action.
• Support safety walk-throughs with subcontractor personnel.
• Distribute and communicate safety information and materials.
• Assist with safety and health reporting and audits.
• Drive to project site locations.
• Perform other duties and comply with policies.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Associate degree with 2 years construction safety/management

High School Diploma or GED with 4 years safety/management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Description

The Assistant Site Safety & Health Specialist will assist the site project management team to deliver Safety & Health programs at the respective field location. This position assists with the interpretation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe, healthy, and incident-free work site in a heavy construction environment.

• Assist with providing Safety & Health program support on field construction projects to verify operations are executed as planned and conducted in a safe manner.

• Assist in executing Safety & Health Program deliverables as defined by the Corporate Safety & Health department of Burns & McDonnell.

• Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable Local, State, and Federal Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.

• Assist with work stoppage incidents when circumstances could lead to an immediate danger to life and health on a project.

• Resolve safety and health concerns and document the details and personnel involved for the project management team.

• Assist the corporate and project Safety & Health teams in a collaborative manner to verify that the project safety program is being implemented and required safety compliance is documented.

• Assist various work teams with pre-planning safety and health hazard assessments to ensure compliance with project policies and procedures.

• Assist in identifying and documenting unique Safety & Health issues during the execution of the work at the project, and assist with implementing corrective action based on policies, guidelines and procedures for resolution.

• Assist with project safety & health walk-through assessments with subcontractor safety personnel.

• Distribute and communicate safety information and materials.

• Assist with correspondence to heighten safety awareness, project safety and health goals.

• Assist with near miss, property damage, environmental incidents and accident investigation reports.

• Assist in maintaining Burns & McDonnell project Safety & Health reporting requirements and project specific Safety and Health records are in an audit ready state at all times.

• Assist in the maintenance and submittal of all documentation as required by the Corporate Safety & Health Department.

• Drive to various project site locations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant degree required or

• Associate Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant degree and 2 years construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management required or

• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management required.

• Basic knowledge of Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Construction and General Industry Regulations, as well as; America National Standards Institution (ANSI), National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH), Army Corps of Engineers (CoE), Engineers Manual 385-1 and National Electrical Code (NEC) Standards.

• Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be willing to work various schedules at the project site location.

• Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.

• Valid driver's license required.

• OSHA 10-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training Course required or

• OSHA 30-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training Course required.

Compensation

$70,000.00-105,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Safety & Health

Primary Location

US-IL-Chicago

Schedule

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 100 % of the Time