Safety Specialist - Industrial

Kiewit; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit, a leading construction and engineering company, is seeking a Safety Specialist I to support site safety plans on a multi-year project. You will report to the Project Safety Manager and help implement and audit the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field.

Travel and relocation may be required to fit project needs; you will collaborate with craft and operations, maintain OSHA/MSHA compliance, provide training, and document incidents and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field preferred.
• At least 3+ years of construction safety experience.
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements.
• Certification as Safety Professional or EMT preferred.
• The ability to travel and relocate as required.
• Working knowledge of computers; MS Word and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, reviewing, updating, and communicating the Site Specific Safety Plan to subcontractors.
• Collaborate with craft daily to promote buy-in of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to enforce policies and plans.
• Plan and problem-solve with operations in the field based on leading indicators.
• Support staff to execute the Site Specific Safety Plan.
• Maintain project files per OSHA/MSHA regulations and company policies.
• Assist with first aid and coordinate with EMS and clinics.
• Support KieTrac entry, incidents investigations, and corrective actions.
• Complete daily hazard inspections and implement corrective actions.
• Review work plans before start of work.
• Provide safety training on policies, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client requirements.

Skills

Construction safety

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Occupational Health and Safety degree

Safety Professional certification

EMT certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Requisition ID: 181467

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Industrial District

Department: Safety

Market: Industrial

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

As a Safety Specialist, 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.

Location

• This project is based in Point Pleasant WV.
• Travel and site presence required for project duration (2-3 years)
• Relocation assistance or per diem options provided for project

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. 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

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
• At least 3+ years of construction safety experience
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
• Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred
• The ability to travel and relocate as required
• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.