Safety Specialist II - St. Louis

Kokosing, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that has been a leader in the construction industry for over 70 years. This role focuses on ensuring safety standards at a high-profile construction site, where you will be instrumental in developing strategies to minimize risks and enhance safety culture. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to implement safety policies, conduct training, and lead safety meetings. With a commitment to employee welfare and a strong focus on professional development, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while working on a major construction project valued at over $400 million. Embrace the challenge and be part of a winning team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Plan

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in safety and health in construction preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA and EPA regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing strategies to reduce workplace incidents.
• Conduct safety audits and provide training to personnel.

Skills

OSHA Regulations

Communication Skills

Organization Skills

Safety Audits

Emergency Response Planning

Education

Bachelor in Safety and Health

Tools

Smartphone Applications

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $1.5 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

Responsible for providing field support services and assisting Safety Manager, Construction Manager, supervisors and team members, and subcontractors with the implementation of Site-Specific and Client Safety and Health policies and procedures. Regulatory compliance, and continual improvement of the overall performance of the project in a manner that is consistent with the Company's Core Values.

Position is site-based at the Lemay Wastewater Treatment Plant and involves the multi-year construction of a new Fluidized Bed Incinerator building valued in excess of $400 million dollars. Expected workweek is approximately 50 hours a week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing strategies for reducing and eliminating injuries, illness and other incidents in a manner that effectively ensures the attainment of business unit targets and objectives.
• Provide training and education to Company, JV and Subcontractor personnel regarding safety and health requirements including site specific training, toolbox talks and safety moments.
• Support pre-job safety planning and construction coordination meetings to anticipate and plan for potential hazards and problems prior to start of jobs and tasks, and develop emergency response plans for projects. Develop work safety and health plans on time in a fast-paced environment.
• Initiate, coordinate and lead safety meetings and training programs to ensure the effective communication of Site Specific Safety Plan and procedures.
• Independently initiate, perform and document safety and health audits, evaluations, inspections and/or behavioral observations throughout the project's operations and communicate and facilitate the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
• Assist in the investigation and review of injury, illness and general liability incidents.
• Develop and issue regular safety and health correspondence.
• Provide updated information to team members regarding updates to company or regulatory requirement changes.
• Self-identify team members, JV partners and subcontractors that need assistance, training, or support meeting the Site-Specific safety and health requirements.
• Coordinate project safety programs with subcontractors, vendors and third-party personnel to ensure adherence to Company safety policies and procedures.
• Serve as a point of contact for any federal, state or municipal safety or risk management authority and/or personnel, including but not limited to OSHA, when the Safety Manager is not available.
• Partner with JV Staff and all stakeholders to foster a positive safety culture and working relationships.
• Communicate with Regional Safety Manager to make aware of ongoing challenges and needs.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor degree in Safety and Health or equivalent combinations of technical training and experience.
• Targeting 8+ years of experience with safety and health in the construction industry is preferred, with experience in the aforementioned project types a strong plus.
• However,all experience levels will be consideredwith corresponding changes to the role (i.e. title, responsibilities/deliverables) to align with the career trajectory of the candidate.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of OSHA, and EPA regulations as well as other state/federal safety regulations and company safety policies/procedures.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate and interface effectively with company and private client representatives.
• Excellent organization skills and the ability to independently prioritize.
• Ability to think independently, communicate thoroughly and influence the implementation of the appropriate corrective and preventative actions.
• Ability to work in high production environment (50+ hours/week, including nights and weekends) and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• Ability to make independent judgments to manage and facilitate company programs/policies as they relate to the safety of our work.
• Ability to positively interact and influence front line supervisors and field personnel to create a safe work environment.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to enter and work in confined spaces as well as at heights wearing fall protection equipment.
• Ability to work with computers and smart phone applications.

Certificates Licenses and Registrations:

• Must have valid driver's license, good driving record required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour and 10-Hour Trainer certification preferred.
• CHST, or CSP preferred.

Benefits:
Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.