Substation Construction Safety Lead

PowerGrid Services; Tennessee; On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services is seeking a Safety Specialist to implement and monitor safety programs for Substation construction across the Eastern Region. You will provide field safety leadership for direct-hire employees and subcontractors, promoting a culture of safety and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires conducting training, leading investigations, and supporting risk management with extensive travel and a strong field presence on multiple projects.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of construction safety experience.
• Experience supporting electrical utility, industrial, energy, or construction projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, incident investigation techniques, and risk assessment processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple projects.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel extensively throughout the Eastern United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support safety programs for Substation construction projects throughout the East Region.
• Conduct routine field safety observations, audits, and inspections to identify hazards and ensure compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, conduct, and document safety training related to substation construction activities, hazard recognition, and safe work practices.
• Lead incident, injury, property damage, and near-miss investigations and determine root causes.
• Develop, implement, and monitor corrective and preventive action plans.
• Create and maintain Project Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Partner with project management, supervisors, craft personnel, and subcontractors to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Facilitate safety meetings, toolbox talks, and employee engagement activities.
• Monitor subcontractor safety performance and ensure adherence to project safety standards.
• Maintain safety records, training documentation, inspection reports, and project metrics.
• Support compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and customer-specific safety requirements.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, mentoring, and positive safety leadership.
• Participate in project planning activities to ensure safety considerations are integrated into project execution.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Field safety leadership

Incident investigation

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Travel coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PowerGrid Services is seeking a Safety Specialist to implement and monitor safety programs for Substation construction across the Eastern Region. You will provide field safety leadership for direct-hire employees and subcontractors, promoting a culture of safety and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires conducting training, leading investigations, and supporting risk management with extensive travel and a strong field presence on multiple projects.