Safety Specialist - Power Market

Kiewit; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit in the Power Market seeks an Entry Level Safety Specialist to support, implement and audit safety programs in the field, upholding the Nobody Gets Hurt standard and working with craft teams to promote safe work practices.

Qualifications include OSHA 30/500/510, a degree in OH&S or related field, strong communication, and proficiency with Word/Excel. Base pay ranges from $75,000 to $82,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30/500/510 certifications required.
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, update, and communicate the Safety Plan to staff and subs.
• Collaborate daily with craft to promote safety program buy-in.
• Monitor compliance with policies and stop-work when needed.
• Review work plans and lead hazard inspections with corrective actions.

Skills

OSHA 30/500/510

MS Word & Excel

Safety program experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team & independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in OH&S

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

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

Requisition ID

181619

Job Level

Entry Level

Home District/Group

Power Market

Department

Safety

Market

Power

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

District Overview

The Kiewit Power Market provides direct-hire and construction services for Power Generation and Distribution utilizing a union and non-union craft force. The Kiewit Power Market builds major EPC and bid-build natural gas power plants, solar fields, nuclear facilities and energy storage systems while also providing extensive power delivery services like transmission lines, substations and underground distribution throughout North America. All of Kiewit Power is committed to Kiewit’s “Nobody Gets Hurt” Philosophy.

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.

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, & 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, & 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, & client specific requirements

Qualifications

• OSHA 30, 500 and 510 certifications
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
• Must be legally authorized to work without requiring sponsorship for employment to begin or continue employment with our company
• 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 common names for this role: Project Safety Coordinator, Onsite Safety Coordinator, Field Safety Coordinator, “Environmental, Health & Safety Coordinator”, EH&S Coordinator

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.

Base Compensation: $75,000/yr - $82,000/yr

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

This posting will be active from: 09/07/2026 - 01/01/2027

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.