Construction Safety Specialist - Field Ops

J.E. Dunn Construction Company; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction Company is seeking a Safety Specialist for the Advanced Facilities Group (AFG). The role involves coordinating and implementing field safety programs across diverse construction projects, with a focus on safe operation and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include conducting site walk-throughs, safety audits, new hire orientations, and monitoring subcontractor safety plans. The candidate will participate in incident investigations and guide corrective actions while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a safety and health-related field preferred.
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and implements the field safety program for routine construction projects.
• Conducts regular walk-through inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with laws and Company policies.
• Conducts safety audits on assigned projects by identifying, documenting and recommending abatement of hazardous conditions to internal and external clients.
• Performs new hire orientation and oversees drug and alcohol policy compliance.
• Monitors the implementation of subcontractors’ safety programs.
• Attends project meetings to discuss safety-related matters.
• Supports field leadership in safety program activities and chairs the project safety committee.
• Assists in investigation of project-related accidents and recommends process changes.
• Coordinates with injured employees to ensure timely treatment and return to work.

Skills

MS Office

Safety regulations

Communication

Hazard recognition

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety/health

Relevant experience accepted in lieu

Tools

MS Office

Job description

JE Dunn Construction Company is seeking a Safety Specialist for the Advanced Facilities Group (AFG). The role involves coordinating and implementing field safety programs across diverse construction projects, with a focus on safe operation and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include conducting site walk-throughs, safety audits, new hire orientations, and monitoring subcontractor safety plans. The candidate will participate in incident investigations and guide corrective actions while