Safety Specialist - Data Center

Safety Specialist - Data CenterLocation: Santa Teresa, NM, US El Paso, TX, US Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group Department: Safety Market: Building Employment Type: Full TimePosition Overview: At Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on every project 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 Sr. Safety Specialist, you will report to District Safety Manager. Your primary responsibilities centers on the successful implementation and support of the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Safety Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will also verify to ensure that work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.District Overview: Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.Location: This will initially be based at one of our projects in the greater El Paso area in Santa Teresa, NM.ResponsibilitiesAssist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractorsCollaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety programExercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plansPlan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming workEncourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSPAssist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury filesAssist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinicsAssist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solutionComplete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actionsReview work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of workAssist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, OSHA/MSHA, NCCER, SIMS, orientation, and client specific requirementsQualificationsOSHA 30, 500 and 510 certificationsDegree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferredKnowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirementsCertification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferredWorking knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and ExcelStrong organizational and time management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsGood attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepanciesStrong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job doneThe ability to work independently as well as part of a teamAbility to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environmentOther Requirements: 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. May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including 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, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.