Field Safety Specialist: Lead Site Safety & Compliance

Kiewit; San Ygnacio (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical coverage

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Safety Specialist to support and audit safety programs on Transportation projects in the Central District. The role reports to a project Safety Manager and ensures site safety plans align with contracts, client expectations, and company manuals.

You will verify adherence, help implement corrective actions, and support safety training across operations. Travel to project sites may be required as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction safety and current OSHA requirements.
• Progress toward a degree in occupational health and safety or related field (preferred).
• Certification as Safety Professional or EMT is preferred.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel in daily safety operations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to recognize discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, review, and communication of the Site Specific Safety Plan.
• Collaborate daily with craft in the field to promote safety program buy-in.
• Exercise stop work authority to ensure policy and plan adherence.
• Problem-solve with operations based on leading indicators and upcoming work.
• Encourage staff to execute the Site Specific Safety Plan.
• Maintain project files compliant with OSHA/MSHA regulations.
• Assist with first aid and liaison with EMS and clinics.
• Assist with incident investigations and implement effective solutions.
• Complete daily hazard inspections and oversee corrective actions.
• Review work plans and detailed packs prior to work start.
• Provide safety training on policies, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Safety Professional Certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Safety Specialist to support and audit safety programs on Transportation projects in the Central District. The role reports to a project Safety Manager and ensures site safety plans align with contracts, client expectations, and company manuals.

You will verify adherence, help implement corrective actions, and support safety training across operations. Travel to project sites may be required as business needs dictate.