Field Safety Specialist

Construction Safety Consulting | Omaha, NE (Travel to Job Sites Required) If you’ve spent your career on construction sites - not behind a desk - and know how to command respect while keeping people safe, keep reading. We’re looking for a Field Safety Specialist to partner directly with our clients across active construction projects. This isn’t a clipboard-only role. You’ll be in the field - walking sites, training crews, and stepping in when something doesn’t look right. What You’ll Actually Do You’ll be the go-to safety expert on-site, working with contractors, GCs, and client teams to keep projects moving safely and efficiently. In the field: Conduct job site safety audits (planned + unannounced) Identify hazards and hold teams accountable to OSHA and site standards Review JHAs, AHAs, and pre-task plans Training & coaching: Lead OSHA training, toolbox talks, and safety orientations Deliver CPR/First Aid/AED certification training Train and certify operators on lifts, forklifts, and other equipment When things go sideways: Respond to incidents and near misses Lead investigations and determine root cause Support clients through OSHA inspections and audits Beyond the job site: Help clients build and improve safety programs Act as a trusted advisor, not just an enforcer Provide real-world, practical safety guidance that actually sticks What It Takes This role isn’t for everyone. You’ll do well here if you: Have 5+ years in construction safety (not general industry) Hold OSHA 500 & 510 certifications Can train crews and communicate clearly, both on-site and in reports Know OSHA 29 CFR 1926 like it’s your playbook Are comfortable working in active construction environments (heights, weather, mud, all of it) What Gives You an Edge CHST, CSP, ASP, or STS-C certifications Experience across multiple job sites or clients Additional equipment certifications (rigging, crane, etc.) What This Role Is (and Isn’t) Field-based, hands-on, high-impact Client-facing and relationship-driven A mix of enforcement, coaching, and problem-solving Not internal-only safety Not for someone new to construction Competitive salary based on experience Ongoing training and certification support #J-18808-Ljbffr Ellerbrock-Norris