Project Site Safety Specialist - Primoris Heavy Civil

Job Overview:

The HSE Specialist I Safety is responsible for implementing and maintaining safety and environmental programs on their Heavy Civil construction project(s). This position ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, promotes a strong safety culture, and supports project management and field teams in all project HSE related business.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:
· Inspect workplace and environmental incidents in accordance with company procedures and implement corrective actions.
· Ensure compliance with internal requirements related to environmental and employee health and safety and identify areas for improvement.
· Ensure compliance of an environmental and employee health & safety training plan.
· Report to and advise project management on current OSHA legislation, information, requirements.
· Work in coordination with project management regarding any identified HSE improvements needed.
· Ensure project management evaluates HSE performance to comply with regulatory and company requirements.
· Assist project management on site HSE-related issues.
· Meet weekly requirements for Worksite HSE Inspection/Focus Audit program.
· Verify that employees exercise the right-to-refuse unsafe work is supported by managers and supervisors.
· Conduct investigation reports of incidents including HSE, medical, first aid cases, and damage to property or equipment and verify that corrective actions have been completed and closed out.
· Notify Sr. HSE Management of reportable incidents per local and federal regulations as directed.
· Participate and attend Weekly/Bi-Weekly HSE and Operational Supervisor meetings.
· Review and Audit hazard assessments (JSA/STAR Cards) for accuracy and relevance to performed work.
· Provide coaching and recognition to employees on implementing SWP’s, JHA’s and the overall hazard assessment process.
· Ensure the project follows the Project Specific HSE Plans.
· Ensure that PPE is used within compliance with PSC standards for the tasks performed.
· Coordinate the Emergency Response Plans established per Project Specific HSE Plan.
· Ensure proper first aid procedures are carried out until the arrival of emergency response personnel.
· Investigate HSE incidents and Near Misses on assigned project(s).
· Ensure that employees and supervisors on site are trained in injury management and reporting requirements.
· Assist with verifying that modified work programs are implemented within the requirements.
· Serve as liaison with medical practitioners and Sr. HSE Management regarding case management, rehabilitation or return to work plans, and assist injury management coordinators.
· Lead the implementation of HSE-related campaigns on assigned project(s).
· Coordinate and monitor operator equipment qualification processes on assigned project(s).
· Promote a culture that delivers safe workers and a safe workplace.
· Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with existing and potential HSE Staff, Operation team members, Subcontractor/client representatives.
· Various other duties as requested by upper management. Requirements/Skills/Abilities:
· Works independently, receiving guidance on most complex situations. May take lead role in small projects/processes. Work is reviewed at the completion of assignments for adequacy in meeting objectives.
· Ability to engage positively in a team atmosphere as a solutions provider.
· Proactive, self-starter requiring with the ability to multi-task and define priorities.
· Must be able to work with a diverse interdisciplinary team to develop improved work processes.
· Ability to adapt well to fast-paced environments with changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.
· Strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills, strong…