Safety & Health Spec/Advisor - BESS - GA

Black & Veatch Corporation; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation & holidays

401k plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation in Newnan, GA seeks a Safety & Health Spec/Advisor for BESS projects. Mid-level role implementing safety procedures on smaller projects; oversees drug/alcohol programs, incident investigations, and safety training.

The position emphasizes safety leadership, field presence, and collaboration with clients and government officials. On-site safety oversight with opportunity to grow within an employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a construction environment.
• 4+ years safety and health experience.
• Pre-employment onboarding requirements may include background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Responsibilities

• Implements, administers and maintains the project Drug and Alcohol Substance Abuse Program.
• Develops and conducts employee safety and health training programs.
• Conducts detailed site safety and health inspections.
• Manages project security contracts, programs and policies.
• Performs record keeping / filing functions and incident/injury investigations.
• Writes detailed injury/illness reports and compiles safety documents.
• Interfaces with clients and government officials and manages contractor safety programs.
• May act as on-site first aid/medical provider and supervise direct reports.

Skills

Safety and health

Communication skills

First aid/medical functions

Supervisory skills

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Safety and health certification

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Safety & Health Spec/Advisor - BESS - GA

Date: Sep 18, 2026

Location: Newnan, GA, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company :Black & Veatch Corporation

Opportunity Type :Staff

Project Only Hire :No

Why Black & Veatch?

Join the Overland Contracting (a Black & Veatch company) construction team andbuild with pride. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every role matters — youownyour work, your impact, and your future. We lead withcare, andsafety is non‑negotiable and embedded into every role, site and decision, ensuring our teams return home safe, every day.

From field engineering to project management to quality and startup, you’ll work with cutting‑edge technology, learn from seasoned experts, and grow through real‑world, hands‑on experience. With a strong backlog across power, water, grid, and industrial markets, you’ll have the stability to grow and the opportunity toshape what comes next.

Job Summary

This is mid-level project position, which is accountable for implementing and maintaining the Company's Safety and Health Procedures on a smaller, less complex project. Performs medium to high complexity tasks, and may act as a supervisor to other safety and health professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Implements, administers and maintains project Drug and Alcohol Substance Abuse Program. Develops and conducts employee safety and health training programs. Conducts detailed site safety and health inspections. Manages project security contracts, programs and policies. Performs record keeping / filing functions. Conducts incident and injury/illness investigations. Writes detailed injury/illness reports. Completes all appropriate company safety and health program documents. Interfaces with clients and government officials. Manages construction contractor safety and health program administration. Administers project worker's compensation programs and procedures. May act as on-site first aid and medical provider. Provides supervision, training, development, and performance management of direct reports. Develops and implements safety and industrial hygiene in consulting plans and studies. Analyzes data generated by SafetyandHealth studies and compiles reports including findings and recommendations including administrative, emergency and PPE controls. Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

Management Responsibilities

Acts as a project manager. Among responsibilities is management of a project team. The individual comprising this team may vary by project.

Minimum Qualifications

2+ years in a construction environment, 4+ years safety and health experience All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, safety and health certification, Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Preferred Competence: . Knowledge of safety and health standards and practices . Knowledge of company substance abuse policies and procedures . Knowledge of worker's compensation policies and procedures . Knowledge of construction contracting strategies and contract administration . Knowledge of company safety and health consultation capabilities and ability to perform as a consultant . Ability to perform first aid/medical functions . Communication skills . Word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs . Ability to write detailed reports . Human relations skills . Conflict management skills . Supervisory skills . Ability to effectively interface with client and government officials

Certifications

First Aid, CPR, Drug testing certified, OSHA 500/501, Safety and Health Program Administration, OSHA 10 hour

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment:
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Courage

Directs work

Interpersonal savvy

Organizational savvy

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

015

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