Safety Specialist - Kiewit Power Constructors

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'll be part of a team implementing and overseeing the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures. You'll assist in monitoring the activities of construction projects, insuring the facility's compliance with pertinent governmental regulations, company policies and procedures. You'll assist in determining the cause of unsafe conditions and injury claims through procedure, equipment, facilities inspection and worker observation. Providing corrective action recommendations and assisting in implementing metrics for tracking and reporting on performance issues will also fall within your responsibilities.

Kiewit Power Constructors (KPC) provides direct-hire construction services for Power Generation utilizing a union craft force.  Kiewit Power Constructors builds major EPC and bid-build power plant, solar field, and wind farm projects throughout North America.
All of Kiewit Power is committed to Kiewit's "Nobody Gets Hurt" Philosophy.

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. 

This position will be located on one of our project sites. Candidate must be open to traveling and relocating as needed.

    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

   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 environment
  Reliable transportation to and from work

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