Safety Manager- Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Power Constructors District is seeking a Mid Level Safety professional to develop and implement safety plans for power generation projects. You will ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies on diverse sites.

You will lead training, conduct incident investigations, monitor performance with KPIs, and advise project teams on best practices. Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field and 3+ years in heavy industrial or solar projects are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or work experience in health and safety.
• 3+ years of experience in heavy industrial and/or solar projects.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Knowledge of construction safety standards and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive safety plans and procedures for power generation projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify hazards and assess risks.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses and accidents.
• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and coordinate inspections and audits.
• Establish KPIs to measure safety performance and provide regular safety reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Office software

Job description

Requisition ID: 179433
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Constructors District
Department: Safety
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time

District Overview

Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force. Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC power projects throughout North America.

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.

Responsibilities

Safety Planning and Implementation:

• Develop and implement comprehensive safety plans and procedures specific to power generation projects
• Ensure that safety protocols are aligned with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and Kiewit's safety standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify potential hazards and assess safety risks.

Training and Education:

• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees and subcontractors. Provide guidance on safety-related certifications and qualifications required for specific job roles.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability across all levels of the organization.

Incident Management and Investigation:

• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and accidents.
• Analyze root causes of incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Ensure timely reporting of all safety incidents in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and standards applicable to power generation projects
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies. Coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.

Safety Performance Monitoring:

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance on projects.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Industrial or equivalent degree/work experience
• 3+ years of experience in Heavy Industrial and/or Solar projects
• Strong work ethic; good interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must be able to act independently with little or no supervision and work collaboratively on a team environment
• Ability to operate a standard personal computer as well as knowledge of and experience with standard office computer software.
• Ability to carry out duties in varying work environments including wide ranging weather conditions and terrain.
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements is preferred

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced office environment;
• Must be able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously manage a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively.
• Regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen
• Occasionally lift and move objects up to 30 pounds.

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• 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.