Safety Manager- Kiewit Power Constructors

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Kiewit Power Constructors is seeking a Safety Manager to lead safety planning and execution across power-generation projects. The role requires developing comprehensive safety programs, conducting on-site inspections, and coordinating training for employees and subcontractors.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field, 3+ years of heavy industrial experience, and strong knowledge of OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's level degree or higher in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial or related field.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in heavy industrial and/or solar projects.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Proficient use of standard office software and computer skills.
• Familiarity with Federal and OSHA requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement safety plans and procedures for power generation projects.
• Ensure safety protocols comply with regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify hazards and assess risks.
• Create and deliver safety training programs for employees and subcontractors.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness and accountability across the organization.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents and determine root causes.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.
• Establish KPIs to measure safety performance and report findings to leadership.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Independent

Computer literacy

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Industrial or equivalent

Job description

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Safety Manager- Kiewit Power Constructors

Location:

Lenexa, KS, US Caledonia, MS, US Kansas City, KS, US Pittsburgh, PA, US Wichita, KS, US Omaha, NE, US Cayuga, IN, US

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
• Safety Planning and Implementation (continued): Ensure that safety protocols are aligned with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and Kiewit's safety standards.
• Safety Planning and Implementation (continued): 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.
• Training and Education (continued): 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.
• Incident Management and Investigation (continued): 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
• Regulatory Compliance (continued): 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.
• Safety Performance Monitoring (continued): Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Safety Performance Monitoring (continued): 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

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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:

• 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.