Electrical Construction Safety Lead - Senior Manager

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Manager to uphold its “Nobody Gets Hurt” pledge on a construction project. You will create, support, and audit safety programs, develop site safety plans, train staff, and ensure compliance with regulations and company policies across field operations.

Based on a project with the MEC Industrial District, you will lead safety management for staff, craft workers, subcontractors, and consultants, conduct investigations, report KPIs, and drive continuous improvement while

Qualifications

• 5+ 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 with access to all construction site areas.

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

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Manager to uphold its “Nobody Gets Hurt” pledge on a construction project. You will create, support, and audit safety programs, develop site safety plans, train staff, and ensure compliance with regulations and company policies across field operations.

Based on a project with the MEC Industrial District, you will lead safety management for staff, craft workers, subcontractors, and consultants, conduct investigations, report KPIs, and drive continuous improvement while