Senior Construction Safety Manager

Kiewit Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Retirement plans with matching

Job summary

MEC seeks a Safety Manager to lead site safety programs on a construction project. You will develop, implement, and audit safety protocols, train staff, and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.

Based on a Boise, ID or New York project, you will supervise safety operations, perform incident investigations, track KPIs, and report to project leadership. A degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of construction safety management are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in construction safety management.
• Knowledge of construction safety and OSHA standards.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, update, and communicate the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to all project personnel, including subcontractors.
• Ensure safety protocols align with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and company standards.
• Collaborate daily with craft workers to encourage buy-in and ownership of the safety program.
• Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, and work plans.
• Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with field operations based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work.
• Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP.
• Complete daily documented hazard inspections and assist with corrective actions.
• Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency services.
• Lead investigations into safety incidents, near misses, and accidents.
• Analyze root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure timely reporting of safety incidents per company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with regulatory authorities during inspections and audits.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure safety performance.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to evaluate adherence to safety standards.
• Provide timely and accurate safety reports to project management and senior leadership.

Skills

Construction safety knowledge

OSHA standards

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Field access

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

MEC seeks a Safety Manager to lead site safety programs on a construction project. You will develop, implement, and audit safety protocols, train staff, and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.

Based on a Boise, ID or New York project, you will supervise safety operations, perform incident investigations, track KPIs, and report to project leadership. A degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of construction safety management are required.