Branch Safety Engineer

Colonial Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting, based in Salt Lake City, UT, seeks a Branch Safety Engineer for its PCI Portland 553 operations. You will implement safety plans, provide training, conduct site inspections, and liaison with clients to drive safe, compliant projects.

A Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Construction Management and 3+ years in construction safety are required; strong communication and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years' experience working in construction safety.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to learn new skills and apply them on the job.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to build client relationships.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing and administering safety plans and procedures.
• Provide safety technical expertise, training, and resources to the branch and workers.
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate safety hazards.
• Conduct job site inspections and audits for compliance.
• Promote safe work practices through coaching and engagement.
• Investigate work-related injuries and near-miss incidents, enforcing corrective actions.
• Review safety incidents and investigation reports for accuracy.
• Ensure timely submission of safety reports and documentation to PCG and clients.
• Act as liaison between the company and clients regarding site safety management.
• Establish branch and project safety goals and ensure regulatory adherence.
• Evaluate and approve safety equipment and PPE.

Skills

Safety awareness

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Problem solving

Reading drawings/specs

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

Performance Contracting is seeking a Branch Safety Engineer for its PCI Portland 553 operations based in Salt Lake City, UT. This individual will be responsible for the following duties:

• Assist with implementing and administering PCG and client accident prevention plans, policies, and procedures
• Provide safety technical expertise, training, and supporting resources to the branch and workers
• Anticipate, identify, evaluate, and mitigate safety and health hazards, both routine and non‑routine
• Conduct job site inspections and audits to assess compliance with safety policies, procedures, and accident prevention plans
• Promote and enforce safe work practices among all employees through coaching and ongoing safety engagement
• Investigate and report work‑related injuries, illnesses, and near‑miss incidents, enforcing corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• Review all safety incidents and investigation reports to verify accuracy and completeness
• Ensure timely submission of PCG and client safety & accident reports, statistics, and documentation
• Act as a liaison between the company and clients regarding site safety management
• Establish branch and project safety goals while ensuring adherence to safety regulations
• Evaluate and approve safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).

This position is safety‑sensitive.

Salary range: $70,000 - $92,000 annual salary plus non‑guaranteed annualized bonus program.

Basic Requirements

• Must have at least 3years' experience working in construction safety
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, a related discipline, or comparable work experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• A clear understanding of how to read and interpret specifications and drawings
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to learn new skills by engaging in technical job functions and applying new skills as they are taught
• Strong customer service skills and an ability to build lasting client relationships
• Must have critical‑thinking and problem‑solving skills with an ability to work under pressure and deadlines
• Ability to prioritize projects and daily activities
• General knowledge of trade tools, equipment, and materials used in the construction industry
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, MSHA, EPA, and other relevant regulations and construction safety standards

Preferred Requirements

• OSHA certification
• Board of Certified Safety Professionals credential (e.g., CHST, ASP, CSP) is a plus
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred
• Training experience is preferred

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.