Construction Safety Specialist - Proactive Risk & Training

Westphal and Company, Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Westphal & Co. Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to manage the Safety and Health Program across the Westphal and Globalcom Technologies divisions. You will implement policies, lead trainings, maintain records, and support proactive safety measures on multiple job sites.

The role reports to the Safety Director and requires coordinating with field personnel, contractors, and clients to promote a safe, productive work environment and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Safety Representative on construction projects.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Occupational Environmental Safety & Health (OESH) or Construction.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction Certification.
• BCSP designation or certification.
• Excellent written communication skills and professional telephone etiquette.

Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce company safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct new hire safety training orientations.
• Maintain safety documentation and organize PPE inventories.
• Assist with accident investigations, inspections, and reporting.
• Develop and maintain project-specific safety plans and site reports.
• Travel to job sites as required and support safety program initiatives.

Skills

OSHA 10

OSHA 30 Construction

BCSP designation

Excellent written communication

Analytical problem-solving

Independent decision making

Effective communicator

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Occupational Environmental Safety & Health (OESH) or Construction

Tools

Accubid

Microsoft Office

Job description

Westphal & Co. Inc. is seeking a Safety Specialist to manage the Safety and Health Program across the Westphal and Globalcom Technologies divisions. You will implement policies, lead trainings, maintain records, and support proactive safety measures on multiple job sites.

The role reports to the Safety Director and requires coordinating with field personnel, contractors, and clients to promote a safe, productive work environment and regulatory compliance.