Project Safety Specialist

Fusion Safety; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion Safety Incorporated is seeking a Project Safety Specialist to partner with site leadership and craft personnel, driving a proactive, behavior-based safety culture in field environments. The role emphasizes compliance, engagement, and strong safety leadership across construction sites.

You will lead orientations, perform safety observations, and support incident investigations while leveraging Microsoft Office and safety management systems.

Qualifications

• OSHA 500 (Construction Trainer) – required
• Minimum of 5 years of construction safety experience
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical/report writing

Responsibilities

• Lead new hire orientations and daily pre-shift safety huddles
• Conduct ongoing behavior-based safety observations (both positive and corrective)
• Serve as a safety resource for the client, supervision, and field personnel
• Coach and communicate with crews to correct unsafe behaviors using a constructive, teaching-focused approach
• Document safety observations using standardized reports or safety management systems
• Conduct and support incident investigations and follow-up actions

Skills

OSHA standards

Behavior-based safety

Safety coaching

Safety observations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Technical/report writing

Safety management systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Project Safety Specialist partners with site leadership and craft personnel to promote a proactive, behavior-based safety culture. This is a highly visible, field-based role focused on both compliance and engagement.

Minimum Qualifications

• OSHA 500 (Construction Trainer) – required
• Minimum of 5 years of construction safety experience
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical/report writing

Preferred Qualifications

• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) certification
• Background in construction trades or the power/utility industry
• Experience working on large-scale or complex job sites

Core Safety Knowledge & Training

Candidates should have training and working knowledge in:

• Excavation & trenching safety
• Confined space entry
• Fall protection systems
• Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWP)
• NFPA 70E and general electrical safety
• Scaffolding safety
• CPR / AED / First Aid

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new hire orientations and daily pre-shift safety huddles
• Conduct ongoing behavior-based safety observations (both positive and corrective)
• Serve as a safety resource for the client, supervision, and field personnel
• Coach and communicate with crews to correct unsafe behaviors using a constructive, teaching-focused approach
• Document safety observations using standardized reports or safety management systems
• Conduct and support incident investigations and follow-up actions

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk active construction sites up to 90% of the workday
• Must be able to climb ladders, navigate uneven terrain, and work in varying site conditions

Our Approach

Fusion Safety is built on a behavior-based safety philosophy, emphasizing coaching, communication, and relationship-building to drive performance and protect workers. We support clients across construction, utilities, and manufacturing by delivering both compliance-driven and practical safety solutions.

Our safety professionals work side-by-side with clients every day, so we are selective in bringing on individuals who value professionalism, strong communication, and a genuine commitment to safety excellence.