Safety Manager - MSHA - Industrial

Kiewit; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Senior Safety Manager for the Mining District. The role focuses on implementing and supporting the Site-Specific Safety Plan in the field, ensuring alignment with client safety expectations, corporate manuals, and MSHA requirements.

You will verify field work, supervise corrective actions, and collaborate with operations to maintain a safe work environment across multiple projects. Relocation to site locations is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field; 5+ years of safety management experience preferred.
• CSP/CHST preferred.
• Experience managing mining or construction safety programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations and hazard recognition.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the company's safety programs at the project level and drive a safety-oriented approach.
• Inspect facilities, machinery and safety equipment to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
• Monitor workforce for unsafe behaviors and coach accordingly.
• Plan, prioritize and problem-solve with field operations using leading indicators.
• Coordinate safety training on policies, MSHA orientation and client requirements.
• Interface with MSHA/State inspectors as needed.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Requisition ID: 182339

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District

Department: Safety

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Are you passionate about safety and ensuring everyone is working in a safe condition and environment? How about doing so while working for one of the largest contractors in North America? At Kiewit’s Mining District, one of our guiding principles on our projects and in every office is, “Nobody Gets Hurt” and we’re currently looking for a safety manager who creates, supports, and upholds our program which reinforces our commitment to safety.

As a Safety Manager your primary responsibilities center on the successful implementation and support of the Site-Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work, including working with MSHA. You will verify to ensure work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.

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

This position will begin in Bagdad, AZ.

Candidates must be open to relocation based on project needs, skill development, and career growth opportunities.

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 available work, 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

• Manage the company's safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.


• Routinely inspect the facilities, machinery, and safety equipment to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.


• Routinely monitor the workforce for unsafe behaviors and coach employees on the correct behaviors when observed.


• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.


• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP


• Develop a filing system to track and maintain maintaining project files in compliance with MSHA regulations and in compliance with Kiewit policies including accident/injury files.


• Track training records to track all safety training initiatives conducted personally or by outside consultants/vendors.


• Build and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics.


• Manage incident investigations, go over lessons learned, and find effective solutions to implement.


• Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with the implementation of corrective actions.


• Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work.


• Coordinate and provide safety training on policies, procedures, MSHA orientation, and client-specific requirements.


• Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of the Kiewit safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program.


• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans.


• Interfacing with Mine Safety and Health (MSHA) (also State) officials/inspectors in the event or a site visit.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study.5+ Years of experience as a safety manager will be considered in lieu of a degree.


• CSP and CHST Preferred.


• 5 years of experience managing mining or construction projects in a safety-related role.


• Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a safety program on projects of increasing complexity.


• Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills.


• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.


• Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done.


• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.


• Able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously managing a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively.


• CPR/First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and OSHA/MSHA instructor certifications are preferred.


• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.


• Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, and listen; occasionally lift and move up objects up to 30 pounds.


• Must be willing to relocate and go where the work is.

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,

• 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


• generous paid time off

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: Kiewit