Electrical Construction Safety Lead – Entry Level

Kiewit; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) seeks a Safety Manager to uphold the company’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” commitment. You will create, support, and audit safety programs, develop protocols, train staff, and ensure compliance across construction projects. Location flexibility includes Point Pleasant, WV or the NY area.

You will oversee safety management and field operations, coordinating with regulators and leading KPI-driven safety initiatives to protect staff and subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 0-2 years in construction safety management.
• Knowledge of construction safety, Federal, and OSHA standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and detail-oriented skills.
• Independent and team player.
• Access all construction site areas in various climates.
• Normal hours, with overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, update, and communicate the Site‑Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to all project personnel, including subcontractors.
• Ensure safety protocols align with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and company standards.
• Collaborate daily with craft workers to encourage buy‑in and ownership of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, and work plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem‑solve with field operations based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.
• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP.
• Complete daily documented hazard inspections and assist with corrective actions.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency services.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and accidents.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure timely reporting of safety incidents per company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards.
• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

Skills

Construction safety knowledge

OSHA standards knowledge

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) seeks a Safety Manager to uphold the company’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” commitment. You will create, support, and audit safety programs, develop protocols, train staff, and ensure compliance across construction projects. Location flexibility includes Point Pleasant, WV or the NY area.

You will oversee safety management and field operations, coordinating with regulators and leading KPI-driven safety initiatives to protect staff and subcontractors.