Field Safety Representative

WSP•Meridian, ID

7d•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Field Safety Representative/Inspector for its Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector, focusing on a project site in Louisiana. This role involves contributing to projects within the Inspection Team and being part of a growing organization dedicated to meeting client objectives and solving challenges. WSP prioritizes health and safety through comprehensive training, procedures, and resources, holding team members accountable for safe work practices. The company fosters a proactive safety culture, empowering employees to report incidents, near-misses, and suggest improvements. WSP has extensive global expertise in power delivery, generation, and program management, further strengthened by acquisitions, and is partnering with clients to shape the future of energy systems worldwide.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
Minimum of 9 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior safety inspection experience.
Essential professional licensure/certification(s). Safety Credential (e.g., CSP, CHST, CSHM, CIH, BS, MS, MPH)
Certification in related occupational safety field (e.g., OSHA 500/501, 10/30/10 ET&D).
Valid state driver’s license.
Safety experience associated with field environmental hazards and work activity (e.g., dense vegetation, bugs/ticks, extreme weather, working alone, working near/over water, etc.).
Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Well-defined knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience.
Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
Competent critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
Ability to direct others in the field such as subcontractors and junior-level staff to consistently complete tasks safely, efficiently, and accurately according to specifications.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides safety inspection support, technical guidance, and oversight to ensure and validate construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements.
Performs and oversees field safety inspections on various multi-site/phase construction projects of moderate to larger scale, scope.
Generates and substantiates reports and documentation regarding equipment, construction, materials, integration, and operation specifications.
Ensures responsibilities are delivered with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, functionality, and sustainability.
Creates, implements, and enforces day-to-day safety policies on WSP projects.
Leads safety efforts, coordination, reporting requirements, and day-to-day occupational safety for WSP Engineers.
Participates in the development, management, oversight, recording, tracking, and reporting of safety associated with WSP field activities.
Communicates known job site hazards to WSP employees, contractors, and site client/owner/operator.
Reports safety discrepancies/deficiencies through periodic/random observations, safety evaluations, inspections, and audits of field staff & activities.
Generates and reviews Job Hazard Analyses and Tailboard Reports.
Reviews contract requirements related to safety and health with the construction contractor and their subcontractors' designated representatives, including rules and procedures, PPE, allowable working hours, and special work permits or procedures.
Informs subcontractors' designated representatives of emergency response plan requirements.
Maintains records to demonstrate program compliance.
Verifies new WSP employees and all others receive a site orientation prior to working.
Provides technical input into accident, injury, and property damage/loss investigations and provides details to the client and WSP management.
Approves, orders, reviews, maintains, and distributes PPE where needed.
Assists with client safety questionnaires, audits, and surveys.
Receives and carries out safety directives from corporate safety management.
Attends regular meetings between corporate and division safety leadership.
Leads and coordinates accident/incident investigations with corporate safety management.
Maintains safety certifications.
Responds to field safety questions, concerns, and directives.
Submits periodic safety audits, reports, metrics, evaluations, and inspections for corporate safety review.
Performs additional responsibilities as required by business needs.