Safety Specialist 1 - Kiewit Energy

Kiewit; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist I to support and audit Site Specific Safety Plans, ensuring alignment with contract and client safety expectations. You will report to the Project Safety Manager and assist with safety program implementation on field projects across site locations.

The role requires 0-2 years in construction safety, OSHA 30, and willingness to travel. Join a company known for stability and a strong safety culture while advancing in EPC environments.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30.
• Travel and relocate as required.
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction safety and current Federal and OSHA requirements.
• Certification as a Safety Professional or EMT is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in varying climates and environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the Site Specific Safety Plan to everyone including subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the craft daily to promote buy-in of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to policies and plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field daily.
• Encourage and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP.
• Maintain project files in OSHA/MSHA compliance and policy adherence.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with EMS and clinics.
• Assist with KieTrac entry, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Complete daily hazard inspections and support corrective actions.
• Review work plans prior to start of work and assist with safety training.

Skills

First Aid CPR

Travel flexibility

Communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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The Woodlands, TX, US Houston, TX, US Dallas, TX, US Fort Worth, TX, US New Orleans, LA, US Baton Rouge, LA, US Little Rock, AR, US Corpus Christi, TX, US Beaumont, TX, US Austin, TX, US Memphis, TN, US Grapevine, TX, US Cameron, LA, US Kermet, TX, US Laredo, TX, US Lubbock, TX, US McAllen, TX, US Odessa, TX, US Roma, TX, US

Requisition ID:182134

Job Level:Entry Level

Department:Safety

Market:OGC

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

At Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on every projects and in every office is, "Nobody Gets Hurt" and we’re currently looking for a Safety Specialist Iwho will create, support and audit our programs which reinforce our commitment to safety.

As a Safety Specialist I, you will report to Project Safety Manager. Your primary responsibilities centers on the successful implementation and support of the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Safety Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit's Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will also verify to ensure that 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

Kiewit Energy operates within our Oil, Gas, and Chemical market, offering an exciting opportunity to work on diverse, complex engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) projects ranging from oil, gas, refining, chemicals, petrochemicals, biofuels, and other process industries. We are seeking individuals who are open to regular and frequent relocation for career development opportunities and who desire job responsibilities in field operations ranging from project controls, craft management, safety, quality, planning, estimating, and contract administration. Your initial work assignments will complement your experiences and education, allowing you to make significant contributions to the project success. If you’re seeking employment with a company known for their financial stability, a broad range of specialized capabilities, commitment to people development, and an outstanding performance record you will find employment within our Oil, Gas, & Chemical market to be a fulfilling career choice, with long-term benefits.

Location

This position will be located on one of our project sites. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors
• Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our 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
• 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
• Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics
• Assist with KieTrac entry, incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution
• Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions
• Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work
• Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client specific requirements

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Qualifications

• 0-2years of construction safety experience
• First Aid CPR
• The ability to travel and relocate as required
• OSHA 30
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred
• 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
• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment

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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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.