Field Safety Representative

About the role

WSP is seeking a Field Safety Representative/Inspector for the Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector, based in Las Vegas or Reno, Nevada. This is a field-based position working across various field offices throughout Nevada. The role provides safety inspection support, technical guidance, and oversight to ensure construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements on multi-site/phase projects of moderate to larger scale. WSP will not provide sponsorship for this position.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, and enforce day-to-day safety policies on WSP projects
• Lead safety efforts, coordination, reporting requirements, and day-to-day occupational safety for WSP Engineers
• Participate in development, management, oversight, recording, tracking, and reporting of safety associated with WSP field activities
• Perform and oversee field safety inspections on various multi-site/phase construction projects
• Generate and substantiate reports and documentation regarding equipment, construction, materials, integration, and operation specifications
• Communicate known job site hazards to WSP employees, contractors, and site client/owner/operator
• Report safety discrepancies/deficiencies through periodic/random observations, safety evaluations, inspections, and audits of field staff and activities
• Generate and review Job Hazard Analyses and Tailboard Reports
• Review contract requirements related to safety and health with construction contractors and subcontractors' designated representatives (rules and procedures, PPE, allowable working hours, special work permits, specialized work procedures)
• Inform subcontractors' designated representatives of emergency response plan requirements respective to the job site
• Maintain records to demonstrate program compliance
• Verify new WSP employees and all others receive a site orientation prior to working
• Provide technical input into accident, injury, and property damage/loss investigations and provide details to the client and WSP management
• Approve, order, review, maintain, and distribute PPE where needed
• Assist with client safety questionnaires, audits, and surveys
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct; adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs
• Work with Division Field Safety Manager, Corporate Safety Team, and Field Services leadership to implement, promote, enforce, and ensure safety programs aligning with corporate and client requirements
• May work in the field 100% of the time; reports to Division Field Safety Manager with oversight responsibility of project safety

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma, equivalent diploma, or demonstrated proven equivalent experience
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant post-education experience in discipline with prior safety inspection experience
• Essential professional licensure/certification(s): Safety Credential (e.g., CSP, CHST, CSHM, CIH, BS, MS, MPH)
• Certification in related occupational safety field (e.g., OSHA 500/501, 10/30/10 ET&D)
• Valid state driver's license
• Safety experience associated with field environmental hazards and work activity (e.g., dense vegetation, bugs/ticks, extreme weather, working alone, working near/over water)
• Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Well-defined knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, processes, methods, and techniques
• Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements
• Analytical mindset with ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools
• Competent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis
• Ability to direct others in the field (subcontractors and junior-level staff) to complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in closely related discipline

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary: $95,500 - $132,100. WSP USA provides this compensation range in good faith based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other protected status.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., WSP designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. The firm provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs.