Safety Manager - Civil Infrastructure

Requisition

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group:
Central District

Department:
Safety

Market:
Transportation

Employment Type:

Full Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a Safety Manager to join our team to support projects in our Heavy Civil Infrastructure market, which includes supporting civil scopes of Power, Water, as well as roadway, bridge, aviation and rail/transit. In this role, you will be responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and management of all safety programs for projects that are typically greater than $250M in scope.

We are looking for a strong leader, with experience managing safety for large, complex construction projects with many stakeholders, and large teams. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong safety record on prior projects, extensive knowledge of safety regulations, and a proactive approach to risk management in the construction industry, particularly in the Heavy civil market.

ENR ranks us as #2 in Construction, and we excel at delivering EPC projects, particularly in large-scale infrastructure projects. If you are looking for a career, have a great Safety record, and seek stability and a diverse portfolio of EPC projects to work on, we want to talk with you. We are an employee-owned company which fosters dedication and commitment to project success and are positioned as a key player in meeting growing infrastructure demands.

We live by our high safety standards, cultivate a culture of excellence, innovation and teamwork, making it the most rewarding place to build your career.

At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world. We don't just build projects - we build careers! We are the best at what we do. With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees.

Your future is here. Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success!

District Overview

Kiewit's Central District is one of our largest infrastructure districts specializing in heavy civil, structural concrete/bridge, water/wastewater, and transportation projects. We self-perform work such as mass grading, drainage, paving, underground piping, underground utility infrastructure, and more - so be ready to get your hands dirty! While headquartered in Denver, Colorado, most of our work is concentrated in the Central and South-Central regions of the United States.

We are looking for people committed to the construction industry rather than design. Our projects can be in any of the following states: CO, WY, NM, MN, MT, NE, KS, MO, IA, ND, SD, KY, TN, and some parts of TX.

Location

This is a full time role with Kiewit, supporting projects around the country, which could include any of the following states: CO, WY, NM, TX, ND, SD, MO, KS, NE, IA, MT, MN, KY or TN. We provide relocation or per diem/trips home.

Responsibilities

* Develop and execute a comprehensive safety strategy aligned with project and company goals.

* Managing the project environmental health and safety programs, 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.

* Lead and mentor a team of safety professionals.

* Conduct high-level safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments.

* Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety regulations.

* Direct incident investigations and oversee the development of corrective action plans.

* Provide executive-level reports on safety performance and metrics for the project.

* Collaborate with senior management and project teams to integrate safety into all aspects of the project.

* Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in safety practices.

* Promote a culture of…