TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Clear and effective communication skills (both written and verbal) for disseminating safety information, conducting training sessions, and interacting with teams.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, including the ability to read and interpret construction prints, job plans, and project specifications to ensure safe work practices.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations, including but not limited to scaffolding, excavation, confined spaces, air pollutants, fall protection, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Proficiency in hazard identification and risk assessment, with the ability to perform thorough evaluations and implement preventive strategies.
• Familiarity with safety equipment and tools, gas monitors, first-aid kits, and fall protection systems and other industry related safety tools.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High attention to detail, ensuring all safety regulations are followed to prevent accidents and maintain compliance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple safety related tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Leadership and training expertise, with the ability to conduct safety meetings, deliver training sessions, and oversee audits with clarity and authority.
• Team-oriented collaboration skills, working effectively with project teams to ensure safety policies are followed, and fostering a culture of safety across all levels of the organization.
• Problem-solving abilities, with the capability to quickly investigate and address safety incidents and recommend corrective actions to improve safety processes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to stand or sit for extended periods; handle and manipulate controls on a repetitive basis.
Strong visual and auditory acuity, able to distinguish back-up alarms, voices, and other typical construction site sounds to ensure site safety.
Ability to climb in and out of equipment and handle equipment safely.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs as necessary for site safety and maintenance activities.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in safety engineering or auditing within the construction industry, with a proven track record of ensuring safe, efficient operations on site development, industrial, and mechanical projects (e.g., water/wastewater treatment plants, heavy civil construction, etc.).
• Deep knowledge of OSHA safety standards (29 CFR 1926), with a required OSHA 30 certification; OSHA 510 certification is highly preferred.
• Industry-recognized certifications such as CSM, CSMC, CSHM, CHST, CSP, and COSS are strongly preferred; the ideal candidate will be actively pursuing or willing to pursue additional certifications to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage all levels of staff—from field employees to senior leadership—ensuring alignment on safety priorities.
• Outstanding organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines while maintaining a laser focus on safety and compliance.
• Proven ability to work independently, with a strong sense of self-motivation, proactivity in identifying safety challenges, and the initiative to develop and implement solutions for continuous safety improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, safety management software, data analysis tools, and database management for tracking and improving safety performance across projects.

TEAM

• Share the vision – Set and meet goals.
• Develop individuals – Develop the team.
• Practice servant leadership – Help others succeed.
• Use the genius of the team – Share knowledge for success.
• Be determined to WIN! Do your best for the team.
  NOTICE: Job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ACCOUNTABILITY

• Put safety first – It’s our priority!
• Plan the work – Prepare relentlessly.
• Communicate expectations – Clear, concise, consistent.
• Execute the plan – Be efficient and effective.
• Take extreme ownership – Solve problems, no excuses.