Construction Safety Specialist (Field Based)

ERM is hiring an on‑site Construction Safety Specialist to support and lead safety initiatives for a high‑visibility construction project. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a trade background, and a solid foundation in construction safety practices, particularly around fall protection, scaffolding, and roofing. This is a full‑time role (40+ hours per week) with a duration of 7 months, extendable. Key Responsibilities Conduct and document daily site safety inspections. Enforce compliance with fall protection and scaffolding safety regulations. Review, evaluate, and provide feedback on contractor pre‑task plans. Support and lead safety‑related aspects of construction projects, ensuring risk mitigation is integrated into execution plans. Assist site leadership in managing and improving the overall safety program. Serve as a visible, proactive safety presence during high‑risk activities (e.g., roofing, elevated work). Lead and support incident investigations, including root cause analysis and corrective action tracking. Facilitate toolbox talks, safety stand‑downs, and jobsite safety meetings. Collaborate with trade partners and subcontractors to ensure safe work practices are consistently followed. Build strong relationships across all levels while maintaining accountability and enforcing safety standards. Identify hazards and recommend timely, practical corrective actions. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Safety Engineering, Occupational Health and Safety or related degree preferred but not required. A minimum of 2 years of relevant construction safety experience. Strong working knowledge of fall protection systems, scaffolding safety, and roofing operations. Demonstrated ability to review and critique JHA or pre‑task plans. Experience leading or supporting incident investigations. Background in skilled trades (e.g., carpentry, roofing) highly desirable. OSHA 30‑hour Construction Certification required; competent person certifications for fall protection/scaffolding a plus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—approachable yet firm in enforcing safety requirements. Self‑directed, reliable, and able to thrive in a dynamic construction environment. Pay Annual base pay range: $76,003.20 – $97,385.60 (USD), limited‑term, non‑exempt. This role may be eligible for bonus pay; casual and fixed‑term/Flexforce employees are not bonus eligible. Benefits Comprehensive package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance for eligible employees. Benefits eligibility is limited to regular employees scheduled at least 20 hours per week. Fixed‑term employees may receive a limited benefits package; casual employees are not benefits eligible. #J-18808-Ljbffr