Entry-Level Field Safety Specialist – Build Safe Projects

Kiewit; Homer City (Indiana County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist to implement and support the Site Specific Safety Plan across field operations. You will report to the Project Safety Manager and help enforce safety requirements on site.

Responsibilities include developing and updating safety plans, training staff, assisting with incident investigations, and ensuring OSHA/MSHA compliance. This role may require relocation as needed to project sites.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30, 500 and 510 certifications.
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, Public Health or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current Federal and OSHA requirements.
• Certification as Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to subcontractors and field teams.
• Collaborate with craft daily to promote safety program buy-in and ownership.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to policies and plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations based on leading indicators.
• Assist with incident investigations and implement effective corrective actions.
• Maintain project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and company policies.
• Provide safety training on policies, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client requirements.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Attention to detail

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist to implement and support the Site Specific Safety Plan across field operations. You will report to the Project Safety Manager and help enforce safety requirements on site.

Responsibilities include developing and updating safety plans, training staff, assisting with incident investigations, and ensuring OSHA/MSHA compliance. This role may require relocation as needed to project sites.