Field Safety Lead: Electrical Construction

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Life insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Manager to uphold the commitment to a safe workplace on a construction project. You will develop, implement, and audit safety programs, oversee field operations, and ensure staff and subcontractors follow safety protocols.

This is a full‑time role anchored in Point Pleasant, WV or the New York area, with relocation flexibility as work requires. Responsibilities include creating the Site-Specific Safety Plan, leading investigations, and coordinating with regulators.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years in construction safety management.
• Knowledge of construction safety, Federal and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, update, and communicate the Site‑Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to all project personnel.
• 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.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and accidents.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance.
• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

Skills

Construction safety

OSHA standards

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Independent

Team player

Safety audits

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Manager to uphold the commitment to a safe workplace on a construction project. You will develop, implement, and audit safety programs, oversee field operations, and ensure staff and subcontractors follow safety protocols.

This is a full‑time role anchored in Point Pleasant, WV or the New York area, with relocation flexibility as work requires. Responsibilities include creating the Site-Specific Safety Plan, leading investigations, and coordinating with regulators.