Field Safety Representative

WSP•Meridian, ID

19h

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Field Safety Representative/Inspector for its Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector at a project site in Louisiana. The role supports construction inspection projects by providing safety inspection support, technical guidance, and oversight to verify compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and applicable requirements. It includes field safety inspections across multi-site or multi-phase projects of moderate to larger scale, and preparing and substantiating reports and documentation related to equipment, construction, materials, integration, and operations. The Field Safety Representative creates, implements, and enforces day-to-day safety policies on WSP projects; leads safety efforts, coordination, and reporting; and oversees occupational safety for WSP Engineers. The position participates in developing, managing, recording, tracking, and reporting safety matters associated with field activities. It reports to the Division Field Safety Manager and works with that manager, the Corporate Safety Team, and Field Services leadership to implement, promote, enforce, and maintain safety programs aligned with corporate and client requirements. The role has project safety oversight responsibility and may be performed in the field 100% of the time. The successful candidate is expected to maintain current construction and inspection knowledge, apply sound and ethical judgment, build trust, and work collaboratively while balancing compliance and business needs. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required by business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma, equivalent diploma, or demonstrated proven equivalent experience.
At least 9 years of relevant post-education experience in the discipline, including prior construction inspection experience.
Essential professional licensure or certification(s).
Valid state driver’s license.
Well-defined knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, processes, methods, and techniques.
Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset and sound judgment when evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with technical and non-technical audiences.
Self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multitasking, and prioritization in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to meet business objectives.
High proficiency in technical writing, office automation, software, technology, mathematical principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to apply technical knowledge, interpret inspection and testing results, collate data, perform load calculations and statistical analysis, and identify effective, economical, and logical solutions.
Ability to direct subcontractors and junior-level staff in the field to complete work safely, efficiently, accurately, and according to specifications.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a closely related discipline.

Responsibilities

Communicate known job-site hazards to WSP employees, contractors, and site clients, owners, or operators.
Report safety discrepancies and deficiencies through observations, safety evaluations, inspections, and audits of field staff and activities.
Generate and review Job Hazard Analyses and Tailboard Reports.
Review safety and health contract requirements with construction contractors and subcontractor representatives, including rules, procedures, PPE, allowable working hours, permits, and specialized work procedures.
Inform subcontractor representatives about job-site emergency response plan requirements.
Maintain records demonstrating program compliance.
Verify that new WSP employees and other personnel receive site orientation before beginning work.
Provide technical input for accident, injury, and property damage or loss investigations, and provide details to the client and WSP management.
Approve, order, review, maintain, and distribute PPE as needed.
Assist with client safety questionnaires, audits, and surveys.
Receive and carry out safety directives from corporate safety management.
Attend regular meetings between corporate and division safety leadership.
Lead and coordinate accident and incident investigations with corporate safety management.
Maintain safety certifications and respond to field safety questions, concerns, and directives.
Submit periodic safety audits, reports, metrics, evaluations, and inspections for corporate safety review.
Create, implement, and enforce day-to-day safety policies on WSP projects and oversee project safety.
Participate in the development, management, tracking, recording, and reporting of safety associated with WSP field activities.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.