Senior Site Safety & Health Specialist (T&D)

Job Title Senior Site Safety & Health Specialist (T&D) Location Oak Creek, WI (100% Travel-w/Per Diem) Duration 12 Month Contract to Hire Description The Senior Site Safety & Health Specialist is responsible for leading and implementing project-specific safety policies and procedures and providing professional Safety & Health leadership to the project management team in a heavy construction environment. Administer the Safety & Health programs on field construction projects to verify operations are executed as planned and conducted safely. The first project is scheduled to be in Oak Creek, WI (long-term), however, the candidate will not be on that project indefinitely and MUST be willing to travel without restrictions. Manage the Site Safety & Health program deliverables as defined by the Corporate Safety & Health Department of the Client while responding to questions and/or concerns related to site-specific safety and health compliance issues promptly. Manage compliance with applicable Local, State, and Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations. Manage Safety & Health programs in order to achieve and maintain the company goal of zero safety incidents. Conduct regular health and safety performance reviews, assessments and complete documentation to verify that locations comply with Corporate and regulatory requirements. Manage and resolve actions causing a work stoppage when circumstances could result in immediate danger to life and health on a project. Report and present work stoppage issues to the project management team and collaborate with the team to develop practices to prevent future work stoppage situations. Consult with site personnel on Client Safety & Health issues and recommend best practices. Assess Safety & Health issues and opportunities at the project site before the work begins and implement corrective action based on policies, guidelines, and procedures for resolution. Manage the on-site Safety & Health program directly with the client Safety & Health Department to ensure collaboration on any site safety & health issues, coordination of preventative measures, and building working relationships with project staff and each subcontractor safety representative to ensure proper compliance is maintained. Manage project Safety & Health walk-through assessments. Review all assessment findings with appropriate parties. Follow up by documenting the items that require immediate correction and ensure that these items are corrected promptly. Compile memos relative to safety, including assisting Site Management with correspondence to heighten safety awareness, project safety and health goals, and ensure a safe and productive work environment is a priority among all project personnel. Lead, conduct, validate, and document training on Safety & Health subjects as applicable to the work being conducted. Review near miss, property damage, environmental incidents and accident investigation reports. Recommend countermeasures as appropriate. Recommend solutions to Corporate Safety & Health regarding the Project Safety & Health Program challenges, objectives, and progress; ensuring high level of communication. Responsible for the completion of Client Daily Field Safety & Health Report forms, maintaining all required safety records in an audit-ready state, and submitting all documentation as required to Corporate Safety & Health. Drives to various project site locations. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Requirements Looking for a candidate with a strong technical overhead T&D safety background along with the soft skills to navigate conflict resolution and the ability to work within a team environment. Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management, and 7 years of construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management. Associate Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management, and 9 years of construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management. High School Diploma/GED and 11 years of construction safety, general industry safety, or construction management. Experienced knowledge of Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Construction and General Industry Regulations, as well as American National Standards Institute (ANSI), National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH), Army Corps of Engineers (CoE), Engineers Manual 385-1 and National Electrical Code (NEC) Standards. Must be proficient in the use of computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Must be willing to work various schedules at the project site location. Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy. Valid driver's license required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. OSHA 10-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training Course Required. OSHA 30-hour Construction Outreach Safety Training Course Required. Employer ESPO Corporation Benefits ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods. Equal Opportunity We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. 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