Onsite Construction Safety Lead — DOE Q Cleared

MS Technology, Inc; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off including holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MS Technology, Inc. is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to support on-site safety oversight in Oak Ridge, TN.

The role focuses on promoting a safe work environment, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations during construction activities. You will work with site management and construction teams to address safety concerns, conduct JHAs, participate in daily briefings, and ensure safety coverage for all high-risk operations.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q level security clearance.
• Associates degree in Industrial/Occupational Safety or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Five (5) years of experience in Safety and Health, preferably in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily field safety oversight of construction activities, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Conduct routine construction site inspections to identify unsafe conditions, behaviors, and potential hazards.
• Perform and review Job Hazard Analyses to ensure appropriate safety controls are established before work begins.
• Attend and participate in daily pre-job briefings, toolbox talks, and construction safety meetings.
• Monitor construction activities involving heavy equipment, cranes, rigging, excavation, elevated work, scaffolding, and other high-risk operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA construction safety standards (29 CFR 1926) and site procedures.
• Work closely with construction management, supervisors, and contractors to address safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate contractor activities, work areas, equipment, and materials to identify and mitigate potential safety risks.
• Assist with incident investigations, near-miss reporting, and corrective action tracking.
• Coordinate with site management and contractors to ensure adequate safety coverage during construction activities.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or activities are identified.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of site construction safety programs.
• Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.

Skills

5+ years safety & health experience

DOE Q clearance (ability to obtain)

Education

Associates degree in Industrial/Occupational Safety or related field

Job description

MS Technology, Inc. is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to support on-site safety oversight in Oak Ridge, TN.

The role focuses on promoting a safe work environment, identifying hazards, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations during construction activities. You will work with site management and construction teams to address safety concerns, conduct JHAs, participate in daily briefings, and ensure safety coverage for all high-risk operations.