Safety Specialist II

Kiewit; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Safety Specialist II for Northern California projects to support the Site Specific Safety Plan on field assignments in the SF Bay Area or Sacramento. You will implement, audit, and improve safety programs to protect crews and ensure client and regulatory compliance.

The role reports to the Project Safety Manager and emphasizes collaboration with craft teams, incident investigations, and safety training, with emphasis on OSHA/MSHA standards and documentation.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of construction safety experience.
• 2 years craft experience preferred.
• First Aid CPR preferred.
• The ability to travel and relocate as required.
• OSHA 30 preferred.
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of construction safety and OSHA requirements.
• Certification as a Safety Professional or EMT preferred.
• Proficient with Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving.
• Willing to work independently and as part of a team.

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 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

Skills

Travel flexibility

OSHA knowledge

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety program compliance

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Requisition ID: 182135

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Northern California District

Department: Safety

Market: Water/Wastewater

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 II who will create, support and audit our programs which reinforce our commitment to safety.

As a Safety Specialist II, 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’s Northern California District is one of Kiewit’s leading infrastructure districts specializing in various types of work in the heavy civil, power, transportation, and water resource markets. Although most of our work is regionally based in Northern California, we also pursue various projects across the west coast. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about infrastructure and committed to the construction industry and seek a long-term career.

Location

This position will be located on one of our project sites, which may be located in the SF Bay area or Sacramento area.

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 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

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of construction safety experience
• 2 years craft experience preferred
• First Aid CPR preferred
• The ability to travel and relocate as required
• OSHA 30 preferred
• 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.

Base Compensation: $70,947 - $108,954

This position may qualify for a cost-of-living adjustment added to base salary for employees based in select Northern California locations. (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.

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.