Safety Specialist 1, Mission Critical

Role Summary

The Safety Specialist will coordinate and implement the field safety program for routine construction projects. This position will be responsible for conducting safety inspections, identifying and documenting abatement of hazardous conditions and writing reports. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

Key Role Responsibilities

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• Coordinates and implements the field safety program for routine construction projects.
• Conducts regular walk-through inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with laws and Company policies.
• Conducts safety audits on assigned projects by identifying, documenting and recommending abatement of hazardous/potentially hazardous conditions to internal and external clients.
• Utilizes internal safety management systems to document findings and to track abatement techniques and closure.
• Conducts project-specific new hire orientation and oversees drug and alcohol policy compliance.
• Maintains oversight of prime contractor and/or subcontractors’ safety programs.
• Attends project pre-planning, progress and other relevant project-related meetings to discuss safety-related matters.
• Supports field leadership in the implementation of the safety program specifics, such as meetings, committees and related activities well as chairing the project safety committee.
• Aids in the investigation of project-related accidents. Confer with supervisor to determine root cause and discuss recommendations for changes in the work processes to eliminate recurrence.
• Coordinates with injured employees and clinics to ensure that the worker attends treatment and is returned to work at some capacity in a timely manner.
• Compiles progress summary reports of injuries for supervisor.
• Maintains monitoring of site safety incentive program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Communications skills, verbal and written.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Knowledge of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local and company safety regulations.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures.
• Ability to build relationships with team members that transcend a project.
• Proficiency in required construction technology.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a safety and health-related field (Preferred).
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• 0-2 years construction or related experience (Required).

Working Environment

• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• May require periods of travel and/or relocation
• Must be able to lift at least to 50 pounds

Benefits

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details. Click here for benefits details.

Application Information

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.