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Kiewit · 1 week ago

Safety Specialist

Kiewit is a leader in the construction industry, and they are seeking a Safety Specialist I to support their commitment to safety. The role involves implementing and auditing safety programs, assisting with compliance, and ensuring that safety plans are executed effectively in the field.

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Madelin Salce
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Responsibilities

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 safety plans
Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files
Assist with incident investigations and implementation of effective solutions
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

Qualification

Construction safety knowledgeOSHA requirements knowledgeHealthSafety degreeMicrosoft Word proficiencyMicrosoft Excel proficiencyOrganizational skillsTime management skillsWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsAttention to detailWork ethicTeamwork ability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Health, Safety, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, or a related field
Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
0-2 years of previous construction safety experience, in particular with training coordination
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
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

Benefits

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
Generous paid time off

Company

At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.

H1B Sponsorship

Kiewit has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (18)
2024 (13)
2023 (19)
2022 (23)
2021 (17)
2020 (30)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Nicholas Vacanti
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