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Safety Manager - Electrical Construction

Kiewit • Seattle, WA • 7h ago

Requisition ID: 179682

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: MEC Transportation District

Department: Safety

Market: Industrial

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Are you passionate about safety and ensuring everyone is working in a safe condition and environment? How about doing so while working for one of the largest contractors in North America, with an opportunity to become a shareholder in the company? At Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on infrastructure projects and in every office is, "Nobody Gets Hurt" and we're currently looking for a Safety Manager who creates, supports, and will audit our program which reinforces our commitment to safety.

District Overview

Mass. Electric Construction Company, a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, is an industry leader in transit and rail system construction and maintenance throughout the United States and Canada. We specialize in the installation of overhead contact systems, traction power substations, signaling and train control, communications and control centers. Our commitment is to hire the best people, train them for today's demands and offer opportunities for growth.

Location

The successful candidate must be willing to work on our project site in Seattle, WA.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

As a Safety Manager your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Managing the company environmental health and safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.

Compiling, analyzing, and interpreting occupational illness and accident statistical data at the project level; recommending process and product safety features that will reduce employee exposure to chemical, physical, and biological work hazards.

Routinely inspecting the facilities, machinery, and safety equipment in order to identify and correct potential hazards, and to ensure safety regulation compliance.

Routinely monitoring the workforce for unsafe behaviors and coach employees on the correct behaviors when observed

Developing environmental health and safety training materials to include manuals, brochures, PowerPoint presentations etc.

Developing a paperwork management system to track training records to track all safety training initiatives conducted personally or by outside consultants/vendors.

Interpreting safety regulations for the project.

Coordinating and presenting safety training to support client requirements including new hire orientation, fall protection, confined space, lockout/tagout and repertory.

Interfacing with Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) (Provincial or federal) officials/inspectors in the event or a site visit.

Qualifications

Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study. Years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

5 years of experience managing safety in construction projects

Must possess one of the following BCSP certifications: CSP, ASP, CHST, STSC, CIT, or STS.

Demonstrated ability to manage all aspects of a safety program on projects of increasing complexity

Knowledge of OSHA regulations and hazard recognition, record keeping and injury management skills

Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies

Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done

The ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously manage a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively

CPR/First Aid, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification and OSHA/MSHA instructor certifications are preferred

Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment

Regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen; occasionally lift and move up objects up to 30 pounds

Must be willing to relocate and go where the work is.

Other Requirements:

Regular, reliable attendance

Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $110,000/yr - $125,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company: MEC

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