Requisition ID:

182159

Job Level:

Entry Level Home District/Group:

Southeast District Department:

Safety Market:

Transportation 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. As a Safety Specialist, you will report to Project Safety Manager. Your primary responsibilities centers on the successful implementation and support of the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Safety Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will also verify to ensure that work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.

District Overview

Kiewit's Southeast District is one of Kiewit's leading infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, transportation, and water resource markets. Projects you could be working on could include building bridges, airports, mass transit systems, canals, dams, pump stations or tunnels. Although most of our work is regionally based in the southeast region of the United States, we also pursue various projects stretching across the east coast. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about infrastructure and committed to the construction industry instead of design. 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, and 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, and 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, and client specific requirements
  Qualifications
  
• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
  
• 0-2 years of construction safety experience
• OSHA 30 and First Aid CPR preferred
  
• The ability to travel and relocate as required
  
• Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
  
• 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 environments
  
• Reliable transportation to and from work #LI-SS1 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. 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. ​