Safety Specialist - Electrical Construction

Mass. Electric Construction Co.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass. Electric Construction Co. is seeking an Entry Level Safety Manager to develop, implement, and audit safety programs on construction projects. This role focuses on planning safety protocols, training, and ensuring compliance for staff, craft workers, subcontractors, and consultants.

You will work on-site with MEC Industrial District, collaborating with field operations to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement while adhering to regulatory requirements and company standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 0-2 years of construction safety management experience.
• Knowledge of construction safety, OSHA and Federal standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to access all construction site areas and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, update, and communicate the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to all project personnel, including subcontractors.
• Ensure safety protocols align with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and company standards.
• Collaborate daily with craft workers to encourage buy-in and ownership of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, and work plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with field operations based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.
• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP.
• Complete daily documented hazard inspections and assist with corrective actions.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency services.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and accidents.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure timely reporting of safety incidents per company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards.
• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

Skills

Construction safety

OSHA standards

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Work ethic

Education

Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

0-2 years construction safety management

Job description

Requisition ID: 182477

Job Level: Entry Level

Home District/Group: MEC Industrial District

Department: Safety

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

At Kiewit, one of our core principles is “Nobody Gets Hurt,” and we are currently seeking a Safety Manager to uphold this commitment. The Safety Manager will be responsible for creating, supporting, and auditing our safety programs. This role involves developing and implementing safety protocols, conducting training sessions, and ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. Based on a construction project, the Safety Manager will oversee safety management and field operations to ensure the well‑being of staff, craft employees, subcontractors, and consultants.

District Overview

Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of the Kiewit Corporation. Since our founding in 1928 in Boston, Massachusetts, Mass. Electric Construction's philosophy has been to pursue electrical projects that require a higher level of technical and logistical skill. MEC has strategically organized to actively participate in and capture projects in the growing industrial market. We intend to effectively compete and win in traditional and alternate delivery procurements and position ourselves for a sustainable future. We self-perform the majority of our work and are looking for people committed to the industrial construction industry.

Location

This initial location for this role will be Point Pleasant, WV or the New York area.

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

• Develop, review, update, and communicate the Site‑Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to all project personnel, including subcontractors.


• Ensure safety protocols align with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and company standards.


• Collaborate daily with craft workers to encourage buy‑in and ownership of the safety program.


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


• Plan, prioritize, and problem‑solve with field operations based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.


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


• Complete daily documented hazard inspections and assist with corrective actions.


• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency services.


• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and accidents.


• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.


• Ensure timely reporting of safety incidents per company policies and regulatory requirements.


• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and standards.


• Coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.


• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance.


• Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards.


• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience. 0‑2 years in construction safety management.


• Knowledge of construction safety, Federal, and OSHA standards. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong organizational, communication, and detail‑oriented skills. Strong work ethic.


• Independent and team player. Access all construction site areas in various climates.


• Fast‑paced office; professional interaction with all management levels; manage diverse workloads and challenges.


• Follow safety protocols and instructions.


• Normal hours, with overtime and weekends as needed.


• Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, listen; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

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.

Base Compensation

Base Compensation: $80,000/yr - $90,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

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.