Salary Confidential

Position range in West Central $38k - $54k Per Year Safety Specialist

KIEWIT CORPORATION

Occupation:

Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

Location:

Abilene, TX - 79601

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

09/08/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/11/2026

Expires:

10/08/2026

Job #: 17066082

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

3 Years at College or a Technical or Vocational School Experience

1 Month(s) Age

21 and up DL

Required Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . Position Overview At Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on every project and in every office is, Nobody Gets Hurt and were 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 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 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 Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue. Location One of the many things that makes Kiewits 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 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 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 #LI-DP1 Qualifications Currently pursuing a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred

Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements

Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred

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 environment 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.