Safety Specialist - Power Construction

Kiewit; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical plan

Dental & vision plans

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit Corporation is seeking a Safety Specialist to support Site Specific Safety Plans in the field. You will work with the Project Safety Manager, ensure compliance with safety manuals and regulatory standards, and help implement corrective actions across operations and craft teams.

Travel and relocation to project sites across the U.S. are required; the role emphasizes proactive safety leadership, incident investigations, and training to protect personnel and assets on delivered projects.

Qualifications

• The candidate should have a degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field preferred.
• OSHA 30/500/510 certifications are preferred and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, review, updating, and communication of the Site Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to all stakeholders.
• Collaborate with craft daily to promote buy-in and ownership of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to policies, regulations, and plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations based on leading indicators and upcoming work.
• Assist with maintaining project files in OSHA/MSHA compliance and related policies.
• Provide safety training on policies, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client requirements.

Skills

Travel willingness

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety

OSHA 30/500/510 certifications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Lenexa, KS, US Beaumont, TX, US Jackson, MS, US Vicksburg, MS, US Lake Charles, LA, US Fayetteville, AR, US Clarksdale, MS, US Vickburg, MS, US Houston, TX, US Port Arthur, TX, US HotSprings NatlPark, AR, US

Requisition ID:181389

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:TIC Power District

Department:Safety

Market:Power

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As a Safety Specialist, 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 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

TIC is proud to serve as an EPC contractor on various Entergy projects. In this role, you will contribute to these projects and join a team committed to delivering innovative power solutions that will benefit communities for generations. With multiple projects underway, you can expect stability and continuous opportunities for growth.

Location

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 based at one of our project sites throughout the U.S., including Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana or Mississippi.

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

• The ability to travel and relocate as required
• OSHA 30, 500 and 510 certifications
• 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 environments #LI-AK2

Other Requirements:

• 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.

At TIC, we only hire the best — and our family mentality will drive you to continue to be the best. We believe in the benefits of investing in our people. Around here, you’ll constantly increase your knowledge, sharpen your skills and gain new experiences.

Whether it’s cement for our sidewalks and driveways; aluminum for our automobiles; wood pellets for our grills; paper plates for our picnics; food for our pets or the beverages we consume with our friends, our longstanding work in the industrial market touches the tiny details in our daily lives.

If you want a career that can make an impact, look no further.

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, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off.