Safety Specialist 2 - Construction

JE Dunn Construction; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Safety Specialist 2 to coordinate and implement field safety programs for construction projects. The role involves conducting inspections, audits, and training, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a safety-related field and at least 2 years of experience in construction safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years construction safety experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety and health-related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement the field safety program for routine construction projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Perform safety audits, identify hazards, document findings, and recommend abatements.

Skills

Communication

Hazard Recognition

Safety Management

Relationship Building

Construction Technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in safety and health-related field

Tools

MS Office

Safety Software

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• The initial project assignment for this position will be in Clarksville, TN. Applicants must be comfortable commuting to Clarksville daily.

Role Summary

The Safety Specialist 2 will coordinate and implement the field safety program for routine and increasingly complex construction projects. Responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, identifying and documenting hazardous conditions, writing reports, and performing trend analysis, all in support of JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values.

Autonomy & Decision-Making

Follows directions and refers all exceptions to supervisor.

Career Path

Senior Safety Specialist.

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

• Coordinate and implement the field safety program for routine construction projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Perform safety audits, identify hazards, document findings, and recommend abatements using safety management systems.
• Conduct new hire safety orientations and oversee drug and alcohol policy compliance.
• Monitor safety program implementation by prime contractors and subcontractors.
• Attend project meetings to discuss safety matters.
• Support the safety program implementation, including chairing safety committees.
• Assist in accident investigations, determining root causes, and recommending process improvements.
• Coordinate with injured employees and clinics to ensure timely treatment and return to work, and compile injury reports.
• Monitor site safety incentive programs.

Additional Responsibilities

• Identify complex safety issues and provide solutions based on higher safety knowledge.
• Apply advanced knowledge of equipment, laws, and work processes to safety recommendations.
• Engage actively in meetings, providing guidance and training on safety topics.
• Use safety systems and tools to analyze trends and identify problem areas, suggesting mitigations.
• Support safety leadership during insurance audits.
• Oversee safety for larger or multiple projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Accurate, complete, and timely work performance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and safety software.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to enforce them.
• Ability to recognize hazards and implement corrective actions.
• Relationship-building skills within teams and externally.
• Construction technology proficiency.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in safety and health-related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years construction safety experience required.