Southeast - Regional Safety Manager - Orlando, FL

Kiewit; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives in Orlando, FL. This role involves developing and implementing safety protocols on construction projects, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, and fostering a culture of safety among teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in safety management, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for creating a safe work environment. Join a dynamic team that values safety and innovation while making a meaningful impact on infrastructure development in the southeastern United States.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing safety programs in construction, especially highway projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee the Project Safety Program and site safety policies.
• Conduct training sessions and monitor compliance with safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Program Management

OSHA Regulations Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Certification in safety management (CSP, CHST)

Job description

Southeast - Regional Safety Manager - Orlando, FL

Location: Orlando, FL, US

Requisition ID: 176153

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Southeast District

Department: Safety

Market: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Join our team at Kiewit Southeast District as a Regional Safety Manager in Orlando, FL. As part of our dynamic team, you will oversee safety protocols and ensure a safe working environment on our construction projects. We are looking for a dedicated individual who is passionate about safety, possesses strong leadership skills, and has a proven track record in managing safety programs in the construction industry.

District Overview

Kiewit's Southeast District specializes in heavy civil, transportation and water resource markets, and has played a significant role in building infrastructure throughout the fast-growing southeastern United States. Since the 1970s, we have built projects from Maryland to Florida and west to Louisiana. Our operations include highways, airports, mass transit, tunnels, water and wastewater facilities, dams and infrastructure work.

Responsibilities

1. Implement and oversee the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures.
2. Conduct training, including new hire orientation and safety meetings.
3. Monitor all heavy industrial construction work for compliance with safety requirements.
4. Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is also desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field (years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing safety programs in construction, specifically related to highway transportation projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and other relevant safety standards.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Certification in safety management (e.g., CSP, CHST) is preferred.

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.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.