Safety Engineer

Entry-level field safety role supporting project teams in implementing site safety plans, performing inspections, conducting orientations, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety standards. This position splits time between office documentation and field work to develop foundational safety knowledge for career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Leads project-level new hire safety orientations and assists with subcontractor orientation processes.
• Performs daily jobsite safety inspections and documents findings; assists in correcting unsafe conditions.
• Supports implementation of site-specific safety plans and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs).
• Records and manages on-site safety paperwork, including logs, inspections, and reports.
• Assists Safety Manager with injured workers and supports return-to-work processes as needed.
• Assists with weekly tailgate meetings and field safety communications.
• Participates in incident/near miss reporting and supports investigations.
• Assists Safety Managers/Project Coordinators with project-level substance abuse testing in accordance with company policy.
• Serves as a field safety resource to craft workers, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Supports documentation and administrative tasks related to safety compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of safety regulations, construction processes, and risk management techniques.
• Familiarity with jobsite safety inspections and documentation processes.
• Ability to learn and utilize safety management software and tools.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office and mobile applications used in field safety.
• Understanding of hazard identification and reporting.
• Basic understanding of OSHA regulations and construction safety principles preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a field environment.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to observe safety hazards.
• Commitment to learning and improving safety practices.
• Willingness to take direction and work in a team environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in safety, construction management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 1.5 years of experience in construction safety preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification required; OSHA 30 and STSC preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, use construction personnel hoists, climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; ability to sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock.
• Frequent walking, climbing, standing, and navigating active construction sites; ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Exposure to weather and loud noise.

Pay

Base pay range: $85,000 - $95,000. Actual pay based on individual skill level and experience.