Construction Site Safety Specialist

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking for a Construction Site Safety Specialist for employment in our Arlington, VA office.

The Construction Site Safety Specialist is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and enforcing safety programs to ensure a safe and compliant construction work environment. This role proactively identifies and mitigates hazards, conducts site inspections and safety training, ensures compliance with OSHA and local safety regulations, and promotes a strong safety culture among project teams and subcontractors. The Site Safety Specialist works closely with project management to reduce incidents, prevent injuries, and support successful project execution.

• Report to the Sr. HSE Onsite for the duration of the program to oversee the safety performance of the Design-Builder.
• Coordinate with the Design-Builder’s Site-Safety and Health Officers (SSHOs) to facilitate safe contract performance and communicate safety matters to the Safety Manager.
• Conduct inspections of Design-Builder activities
• Coordinate inspection and auditing efforts with the client and Program Safety Manager.
• Suspend Design-Builder work that presents imminent danger as defined in the Program Safety Management Plan.
• Investigate and document near misses and incidents in coordination with the Design-Builder, Program Executive, Program Safety Manager and client.
• Attend Design-Builder safety meetings.

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, Health & Environment or related field and 2+ years of experience in construction/demolition safety on major infrastructure programs.
• Experience in managing safety as an owner’s representative.
• Experience in SH&E management and training.
• Experienced in the design and deployment of safety related procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to interface with construction sub-contractors.
• Valid U.S. Driver's license and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's motor vehicle records review
• As a condition of employment, candidate must be able to pass GSA Government Clearance Process.

• Further industry recognized credentials (i.e., CSP, CHST, CRIS, etc.) are favorable.
• 30-hour OSHA Construction Safety & Health (29 CFR 1926) Course
• Accredited First Aid-CPR-AED Training (i.e. Red Cross or AHA)
• Effective in both oral and written communications
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint applications
• Capable of multi-tasking and working in a challenging environment.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future
• Relocation is not available for this position

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

$75,000-$75,000 per year