On-Site Construction Safety Lead - EPC Projects

Ascendion; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 187,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Personal days

Paid time off: vacation and holidays

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking a Construction Safety Manager 5 to act as the on-site safety lead for the EPC construction team in Reno. You will monitor compliance with safety policies, conduct daily observations, and review site safety plans.

Responsibilities include participating in coordination meetings, leading inspections, investigating incidents, and tracking subcontractor safety performance. Strong leadership and independent work ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or related field.
• 7–10 years of construction safety management experience on large-scale civil or infrastructure projects.
• CSP or CHST certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Enablon and Compass reporting.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site safety lead for Construction (EPC) team.
• Daily schedule and OT estimate: up to 60 hours per week.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with Global Construction Safety Policy and local regulations.
• Conduct daily safety observations and inspections using Enablon and Compass.
• Review and validate Site-Specific Safety Plans and HRA protocols.
• Participate in daily coordination meetings, weekly HRA lookaheads, and site safety walks.
• Lead and document weekly safety inspections and V-Reports.
• Support incident investigations, RCA, and corrective action tracking.
• Coordinate with Construction Manager and Environmental Coordinator for integrated compliance.
• Track and report subcontractor work hours and safety performance metrics.
• Support onboarding and evaluation of subcontractors from a safety perspective.
• Promote a culture of safety through engagement and continuous improvement.

Skills

Verbal communication

Time management

Production knowledge

Machinery knowledge

Blueprints and drafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or related field

Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or CHST preferred

Tools

Enablon

Compass

Office Suite

Job description

Ascendion is seeking a Construction Safety Manager 5 to act as the on-site safety lead for the EPC construction team in Reno. You will monitor compliance with safety policies, conduct daily observations, and review site safety plans.

Responsibilities include participating in coordination meetings, leading inspections, investigating incidents, and tracking subcontractor safety performance. Strong leadership and independent work ability are essential.