Field Safety Specialist - Travel-Ready & Impactful

Kiewit; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 78,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Life insurance and disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist to support and audit safety programs across projects. You will implement and monitor Site Specific Safety Plans, ensure adherence to regulatory and company standards, and assist with incident investigations and corrective actions.

Travel and relocation may be required as projects demand. The role reports to a project Safety Manager and operates within the Central District focused on heavy civil and transportation projects in multiple states.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors
• Collaborate with the craft daily in the field to encourage buy-in of the safety program
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to policies and plans
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field based on leading indicators
• Encourage, support, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSS
• Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with EMS and clinics
• Assist with incident investigations and implementation of effective solutions
• Complete daily hazard inspections and assist with corrective actions
• Review work plans and provide safety training on policies and client requirements

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety / Environmental Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist to support and audit safety programs across projects. You will implement and monitor Site Specific Safety Plans, ensure adherence to regulatory and company standards, and assist with incident investigations and corrective actions.

Travel and relocation may be required as projects demand. The role reports to a project Safety Manager and operates within the Central District focused on heavy civil and transportation projects in multiple states.