Field Safety Specialist - Construction (6-Month Contract)

ERM; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to support day-to-day field verification activities in Santa Teresa, NM. You will observe and verify contractor activities, identify hazards, and reinforce safe work practices across trade partners in a dynamic construction environment.

The role focuses on high-risk activities (LOTO, energized work, heights) and requires strong knowledge of safety standards, with certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, occupational safety, construction management, engineering, or related field (equivalent experience considered) preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of H&S experience in construction or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of LOTO, electrical safety, and high-risk construction activities.
• OSHA, BCSP, or related certifications (OSHA 30, CHST, ASP, CSP) preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and engage contractors in the field.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, juggle multiple priorities, and maintain attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, observational, and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field walks to verify contractor adherence to project and regulatory safety requirements.
• Observe high-risk activities (LOTO, energized work, working at heights, heavy lifts, confined space, equipment operations) and identify hazards in real time.
• Provide direct coaching, guidance, and actionable feedback to support safe work practices.
• Review JHAs, permits, and activity briefings for completeness and alignment with the planned scope of work.
• Support contractor orientations, onboarding, and field-level safety interactions.
• Identify and assess construction-related H&S risks and field conditions.
• Evaluate current practices against regulatory requirements and client standards.
• Apply client EHS programs, procedures, and expectations during daily field engagement.
• Verify alignment with applicable local, state, and federal H&S regulations.
• Support or deliver H&S training based on job-site hazards and regulatory needs.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, coordination meetings, and trade-partner engagements.
• Share lessons learned and contribute to Significant Event (SE) or Significant Potential Event (SPE) communication.
• Report incidents, near misses, hazards, and unsafe behaviors immediately.
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with contractors to address and resolve identified issues.
• Maintain detailed documentation of interactions, inspections, coaching, and field observations.
• Track corrective actions and follow up through closure.
• Support client and internal reporting requirements, including daily/weekly summaries as needed.

Skills

H&S experience

LOTO

Electrical safety

Communication skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Certifications

Construction safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, occupational safety, construction management, engineering, or related field

OSHA 30

CHST

ASP

CSP

Job description

ERM is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to support day-to-day field verification activities in Santa Teresa, NM. You will observe and verify contractor activities, identify hazards, and reinforce safe work practices across trade partners in a dynamic construction environment.

The role focuses on high-risk activities (LOTO, energized work, heights) and requires strong knowledge of safety standards, with certifications preferred.