Safety Engineer

Webcor Construction, LP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Webcor Construction, LP is seeking a safety professional to lead project-level safety orientations, perform daily jobsite inspections, and support site-specific safety plans and JHAs. The role includes managing on-site safety paperwork and assisting with return-to-work processes for injured workers.

This position requires collaboration with Safety Managers and field teams on a large construction site. Minimum 1.5 years in construction safety and OSHA 10/OSHA 30 certifications are preferred,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, construction management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1.5 years of experience in construction safety preferred.
• Holds an OSHA 10 certificate, OSHA 30 and STSC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads project-level new hire safety orientations and assists with subcontractor orientation processes.
• Performs daily jobsite safety inspections and documents findings; assists in correcting unsafe conditions.
• Supports implementation of site-specific safety plans and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Records and manages on-site safety paperwork, including logs, inspections, and reports.
• Assists Safety Manager with injured workers and support return-to-work processes as needed.
• Assists with weekly tailgate meetings and field safety communications.
• Participate in incident/near miss reporting and supports investigations.
• Assists Safety Managers/Project Coordinators with project-level substance abuse testing in accordance with company policy.
• Serves as a field safety resource to craft workers, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Supports documentation and administrative tasks related to safety compliance.

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leads project-level new hire safety orientations and assists with subcontractor orientation processes.
• Performs daily jobsite safety inspections and documents findings; assists in correcting unsafe conditions.
• Supports implementation of site-specific safety plans and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Records and manages on-site safety paperwork, including logs, inspections, and reports.
• Assists Safety Manager with injured workers and support return-to-work processes as needed.
• Assists with weekly tailgate meetings and field safety communications.
• Participate in incident/near miss reporting and supports investigations.
• Assists Safety Managers/Project Coordinators with project-level substance abuse testing in accordance with company policy.
• Serves as a field safety resource to craft workers, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Supports documentation and administrative tasks related to safety compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Basic understanding of safety regulations, construction processes, and risk management techniques.
• Familiarity with jobsite safety inspections and documentation processes.
• Ability to learn and utilize safety management software and tools.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office and mobile applications used in field safety.
• Understanding of hazard identification and reporting.
• Basic understanding of OSHA regulations and construction safety principles preferred.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a field environment
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to observe safety hazards.
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning and improving safety practices.
• Willingness to take direction and work in a team environment.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, construction management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1.5 years of experience in construction safety preferred.
• Holds an OSHA 10 certification, OSHA 30 and STSC preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
• Frequent walking, climbing, standing, and navigating active construction sites; ability to lift up to 30 pounds; Exposure to weather and loud noise.

The range of base pay is $85,000 - $95,000. Actual pay is based on individual skill level and experience.

Webcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Build your career at Webcor! Incredibly talented and highly-trained, our employees are Webcor's most important resource. That’s why we offer the tools and training that allow you to flourish. We’re looking for the best talent to contribute to our bright, energetic, and innovative teams. We hope that includes you!