Safety Manager - Industrial Construction

Kiewit; Abilene (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Manager for Industrial Construction, based on a project site in Abilene, TX, with travel to other sites as needed. You will lead Health, Safety and Environmental programs, drive a safety-first culture, and work with minimal supervision to implement policies, procedures and software tools.

The role requires 10+ years of construction safety experience, a Bachelor’s degree in OH&S, CSP preferred; MSHA/OSHA knowledge and EMS responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of experience managing construction projects in environmental health and safety on industrial projects.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or a safety-related discipline.
• CSP certification is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of MSHA/OSHA regulations, hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management.
• CPR/First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician (EMTA) certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program Management: set up and support safety program execution on projects.
• Project Visits: spend majority time on project sites to improve safety.
• Safety Talent Development: mentor and identify development needs; assist in interviews.
• Build Relationships: collaborate with Construction Management teams and safety professionals.
• Manage Incidents: oversee incident data and treatment management.
• Investigation Management: identify root causes and share learnings.

Skills

Safety program management

Incident investigation

Stakeholder communication

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Certified Safety Professional (CSP)

Job description

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Safety Manager - Industrial Construction

Location: Abilene, TX, US Homer City, PA, US Janesville, WI, US

Requisition ID:179490

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Industrial District

Department:Safety

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As a Safety Manager, you will manage our Health, Safety and Environmental programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work. Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision. This position requires someone with the ability to quickly learn and understand various processes regarding our policies, procedures and software programs. #LI-FH1

District Overview

The Kiewit Industrial District delivers direct-hire construction services for complex industrial projects across the United States. Our work spans multiple sectors,including data centers, mineral processing, energy and water, with projects ranging from small capital work to major EPC projects.

We are committed to safety, quality, and excellence in execution, providing our clients with world-class solutions while offering our employees stability, growth, and career development opportunities within a multi-billion-dollar organization. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, integrity, and a shared passion for construction.

If you’re ready to take on complex, high-impact projects and make a lasting difference in the construction industry, the Kiewit Industrial District is where you can build a career that truly matters.

Location

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.This position will be located on one of our project sites. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as needed.

Responsibilities

• Program Management:
  • Ensure projects are properly setup and supported to execute the safety program
  • Conduct project site audits to review records, permits, field conditions, safe work practices, and assess employee knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
  • Ensure Project Safety employee is completing all their responsibilities
  • Ensure corporate programs and standards are executed
  • Lead safety business plan efforts for district
  • Prepare reports and game plan for every month DOR
  • Promote and own the safety program
  • Provide feedback for how we can improve as an organization – ways we can simplify and become more efficient/effective
• Project Visits:
  • Proactively go to projects to assess and work with the teams to improve
  • Majority of time should be spent on the projects
• Safety Talent Development:
  • Mentor and identify development needs for Project Safety employees
  • Participate in interviewing and hiring safety professionals
• Build Relationships:
  • Collaborate and communicate frequently with Construction Management teams.
  • Collaborate with safety professionals across the organization
• Manage Incidents:
  • Accountable for incident management system data
  • Ensure projects are set up for effective treatment management
• Investigation Management:
  • Ensure proper root cause is identified and shared
  • Follow any corporate, group or district protocols for incidents

Qualifications

• At least Ten (10) years’ experience managing construction projects in an environmental health and safety related area specifically on industrial related projects.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, or a safety related discipline.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a safety program on projects of increasing complexity.
• Knowledge of Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)/OSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills.
• CPR/First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician (EMTA) certification and OSHA/MSHA instructor certifications are preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.

Nearest Major Market: Abilene
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