Safety & Health Spec/Advisor - Combined Cycle - TN

About the Role

This is a mid-level project position accountable for implementing and maintaining the Company's Safety and Health Procedures on smaller, less complex projects. The role involves performing medium to high complexity tasks and may include supervising other safety and health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Implements, administers, and maintains the project Drug and Alcohol Substance Abuse Program.
• Develops and conducts employee safety and health training programs.
• Conducts detailed site safety and health inspections.
• Manages project security contracts, programs, and policies.
• Performs record-keeping and filing functions.
• Conducts incident and injury/illness investigations.
• Writes detailed injury/illness reports.
• Completes all appropriate company safety and health program documents.
• Interfaces with clients and government officials.
• Manages construction contractor safety and health program administration.
• Administers project worker's compensation programs and procedures.
• May act as on-site first aid and medical provider.
• Provides supervision, training, development, and performance management of direct reports.
• Develops and implements safety and industrial hygiene in consulting plans and studies.
• Analyzes data generated by Safety and Health studies and compiles reports including findings and recommendations.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

Management Responsibilities

Acts as a project manager, overseeing a project team that may vary by project.

Requirements

• 2+ years in a construction environment.
• 4+ years of safety and health experience.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, including background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Safety and health certification preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of safety and health standards and practices.
• Knowledge of company substance abuse policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of worker's compensation policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of construction contracting strategies and contract administration.
• Ability to perform first aid/medical functions.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to write detailed reports.
• Human relations and conflict management skills.
• Supervisory skills.
• Ability to interface effectively with clients and government officials.

Certifications

• First Aid
• CPR
• Drug testing certified
• OSHA 500/501
• Safety and Health Program Administration
• OSHA 10-hour

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands: Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances in confined, cluttered, and uneven areas. Full range of motion and flexibility. Requires repetitive movement. May require work above 5 feet in height. Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds. Work up to a 12-hour shift in varying temperature extremes and outside conditions.

Work Environment: Typical construction site environment with exposure to extreme temperatures, inclement weather, bright or low lighting, and loud noise levels. May also work in a typical office environment. This position is considered safety-sensitive.

Competencies

• Collaborates
• Communicates effectively
• Courage
• Directs work
• Instills trust
• Interpersonal savvy
• Organizational savvy

Location: Harriman, TN, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time

Project Only Hire: Yes

Visa Sponsorship Available: No