Construction Safety Specialist

MS Technology, Inc.•Oak Ridge, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MS Technology is seeking a Construction Safety Specialist to support a client in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. This onsite position promotes and maintains a safe work environment through daily safety oversight of construction activities, contractors, and site personnel. The specialist works with site management and construction teams to identify hazards, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and support the safe execution of construction projects.

Requirements

Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” level security clearance.
Associate degree in Industrial/Occupational Safety or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Five years of experience in Safety and Health; construction industry experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Safety and Health or a related field with eight or more years of experience in the construction industry.
Certified Safety Professional® (CSP®) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Provide daily field safety oversight of construction activities, contractors, and subcontractors.
Conduct routine construction site inspections to identify unsafe conditions, behaviors, and potential hazards.
Perform and review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to ensure appropriate safety controls are established before work begins.
Attend and participate in daily pre-job briefings, toolbox talks, and construction safety meetings.
Monitor construction activities involving heavy equipment, cranes, rigging, excavation, elevated work, scaffolding, and other high-risk operations.
Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA construction safety standards (29 CFR 1926), site safety procedures, and federal and state regulations.
Work with construction management, supervisors, and contractors to address safety concerns and implement corrective actions.
Evaluate contractor activities, work areas, equipment, and materials to identify and mitigate potential safety risks.
Assist with incident investigations, near-miss reporting, and corrective action tracking.
Coordinate with site management and contractors to ensure adequate safety coverage during construction activities, including off-shift work.
Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions or activities are identified.
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of site construction safety programs.
Perform other safety-related duties as assigned.