Safety Specialist

Manson Construction; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid Time Off

ESOP

Annual discretionary bonus

Company provided cell phone

Job summary

Manson Construction Co. is seeking a safety-focused professional to support field operations across our projects in the region. This role emphasizes implementing safety procedures, conducting field observations, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with superintendents, project managers, and craft workers to maintain a safe work environment. The ideal candidate has 0-5 years of cumulative safety experience, a relevant degree, and the ability to travel to various job sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational health & safety or related field.
• BCSP STSC certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing safety procedures at the jobsite and field operations.
• Attend safety meetings, pre-job briefings, and safety planning sessions.
• Perform routine safety observations, audits, and incident investigations.
• Maintain project safety files and regulatory documentation in SharePoint.
• Support incident investigations, near-miss reports, and corrective actions.

Skills

Safety compliance

Incident investigation

Field safety

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in safety/related field

BCSP STSC certification preferred

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office

EHS software

Job description

Summary

Manson Construction Co. was founded in 1905 as a small pile-driving business supporting the early development of Seattle's waterfront. Today, Manson's legacy of quality marine services continues to grow at locations throughout North America. With more than 800 employees and a large fleet of equipment, Manson supports high-profile marine infrastructure and energy projects across the nation. Manson Construction represents generations of people, families, and communities whose commitment to success, safety, and ingenuity aligns with our core values: Take care of people; Do the right thing; and find a better way. At Manson, we strive to create an engaging and respectful environment where employees can share their ideas. We recognize that our employees are Manson's number one asset and the reason why we continue to execute benchmark work in the marine construction and dredging industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports Superintendents & Chiefs by following established safe work practices during preplanning and training and helps implement jobsite safety procedures.
• Attends morning project meetings, pre-job briefings, kick-off meetings, and safety planning sessions to stay informed on daily activities, operational risks, and safety expectations.
• Performs routine onsite safety observations, behavioral safety observations, and field audits as part of ongoing monitoring efforts.
• Completes daily jobsite walkthroughs and reports safety violations, unsafe conditions, and at-risk behaviors; assists in ensuring corrective actions are implemented and tracked to closure.
• Communicates with Superintendents, Project Managers, and Craft workers regarding observed safety practices, providing coaching and constructive feedback when needed.
• Provides "on-the-job" safety guidance, including toolbox talks, task-specific safety discussions, Job Safety Analysis (JSA) reviews, and Stop Work Authority reinforcement.
• Assists the Superintendent in completing the Weekly Jobsite Safety Checklists and maintains an updated safety deficiency list to be posted, filed and used as talking points in safety meetings
• Helps ensure incident reports, near-miss reports, and investigations are completed accurately and in a timely manner; required to accompany employees for medical evaluation when required.
• Supports enforcement of the company DISA Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy by helping ensure proper testing, reporting, and compliance procedures are followed.
• Provides general assistance with project management regarding safe work requirements, regulatory compliance, and client-specific safety expectations.
• Coordinates safety program requirements with subcontractors and contractors under the direction of project leadership and EHS management.
• Assists in investigating property damage, environmental releases, marine incidents, and employee injuries.
• Supports development, implementation, and communication of project-specific Emergency Response Plans (ERP) and Emergency Management Plans during orientations and project mobilization.
• Helps ensure compliance with contractual safety obligations, client requirements, and company EHS standards.
• Maintains project safety files, records, inspections, certifications, and regulatory documentation within SharePoint and other designated management systems.
• Helps communicate and reinforce company EHS policies, procedures, and Life Saving Rules throughout the project.
• Promotes Manson's Incident and Injury-Free (IIF) culture by practicing safe work habits, recognizing positive behaviors, and encouraging workforce engagement.
• Supports compliance with the company's Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Conduct.
• Utilizes Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) processes to observe work activities, identify trends, recognize safe behaviors, and reduce at-risk conditions across offshore operations.
• Supports helicopter safety programs by verifying manifesting procedures, conducting passenger briefings, monitoring helideck safety requirements, and ensuring compliance with aviation transportation policies.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of cumulative safety experience, preferably within heavy civil construction, dredging, oil and gas, or other maritime related project(s)
• Bachelors degree from an accredited university in occupational health & safety, engineering, construction management, or related field. OR AA/AAS degree and 5 or more years of relevant experience
• Must have a valid Driver's License, and acceptable driving record.
• A health and safety certification recognized by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP) such as STSC is preferred

Job Location

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is primarily a field position and will require travel to various job sites in the region.

Benefits

Manson Construction offers our full-time employees a comprehensive and generous benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our benefits package includes:

• 100% paid medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees and 80% paid for their families
• Paid Time Off (sick, vacation, and holiday)
• Generous Retirement Plan: Employees contribute 3% and Manson contributes 7%.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Company provided cell phone

Physical Demands

This role is performed primarily in the field and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, loud noise, and active construction or industrial environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers, to grasp, grip, handle, or feel. The employee must be able to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use stairs, ladders, and step stools and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hats, goggles, work boots, safety vests, life vests) as needed for various job sites.

Manson Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Manson is a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].