Senior HSE Specialist — Construction Safety & Compliance

McFarland Construction US; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

HSA contributions

EAP

Life & AD&D

Disability coverage

Job summary

McFarland Construction in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior HSE Specialist to lead safety and environmental compliance across commercial construction projects. You will develop site-specific HSE policies, conduct inspections, deliver safety training, and investigate incidents to ensure a safe, compliant work environment.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in safety or related field, 3+ years in construction HSE, OSHA 1926 knowledge, OSHA 30-Hr, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety or related field.
• 3+ years of HSE experience in construction desired.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 1926 construction standards.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification required or plus.
• Experience managing subcontractor safety compliance and safety plans.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific HSE policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal HSE regulations.
• Conduct hazard assessments and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide guidance on environmental compliance such as waste management.
• Lead site inspections/audits and ensure proper PPE use.
• Deliver HSE training, toolbox talks, and safety meetings.
• Investigate incidents to identify root causes and prevention measures.
• Maintain accurate records and reports for regulatory agencies.

Skills

OSHA 1926 knowledge

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety

First Aid/CPR/AED

MS Office proficiency

Safety training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety

Tools

SALUS

HammerTech

Job description

McFarland Construction in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior HSE Specialist to lead safety and environmental compliance across commercial construction projects. You will develop site-specific HSE policies, conduct inspections, deliver safety training, and investigate incidents to ensure a safe, compliant work environment.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s in safety or related field, 3+ years in construction HSE, OSHA 1926 knowledge, OSHA 30-Hr, and strong communication.