Lead Safety Technician

WSP•Las Vegas, NV

1d•$91,100 - $162,400•Onsite

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Lead Safety Technician to join its Construction Management team in the Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector, supporting the Greenlink Nevada Program. The position is based in the field, working across field offices and project sites throughout Nevada, including transmission line, substation, and telecommunications sites. Approximately half the time is spent in a field office and half in the field. The role leads field safety planning and execution for large-scale, technically complex electric utility construction projects. It supports WSP’s project scope, helps resolve high-impact field safety issues, promotes alignment with client expectations, monitors contract health and safety requirements, and tracks performance objectives. The Lead Safety Technician applies knowledge of electric utility construction methods, regulatory compliance, and contract terms to monitoring and reporting, while supporting long-term safety strategies, innovation, risk mitigation, and a strong project safety culture. The role serves as WSP’s field safety liaison among NV Energy, contractors, consultants, and agency representatives. It oversees implementation of construction safety strategies; develops and maintains project safety plans; reviews contractor safety plans and work plans; conducts audits and investigations; supports safety reporting, training, and documentation; and participates in project and client reporting forums.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 11 years of relevant post-education experience in field services, including environmental monitoring, construction inspection, or utility operations.
OSHA 30-hour certification or equivalent health and safety training.
Proven history of managing multi-site safety programs.
In-depth understanding of OSHA standards, especially 29 CFR 1926 for construction, and state and local safety codes.
Expertise in Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), incident investigation, and root cause analysis.
Ability to foster a culture of safety, not just enforce compliance.
Skill in developing and delivering safety training programs.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Proactive risk mitigation mindset.
Ability to prepare and present executive-level progress reports, technical documentation, and briefings.
Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership, clients, and contractors in high-pressure situations.
Ability to work across offices and geographic regions to support distributed project delivery.
Record of ethical leadership, client stewardship, and operational excellence.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
WSP will not provide sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP).
Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP).

Responsibilities

Lead overall field execution of WSP’s safety management scope for the Greenlink Nevada Program.
Coordinate technical and operational safety activities to align with contract scope and regulatory standards.
Serve as the WSP field safety liaison among NV Energy, contractors, consultants, and agency representatives.
Oversee construction safety strategies and promote a culture of safety excellence.
Participate in executive-level client briefings, board meetings, and progress reporting forums.
Evaluate contractor safety performance and participate in performance reviews and closeout assessments.
Promote new tools, technologies, and process improvements through innovation initiatives.
Communicate known job-site hazards to WSP employees, subcontractors, construction contractors, and NV Energy.
Develop, maintain, and execute the Project Safety Management Plan and other safety-related project execution documents.
Develop, maintain, and execute WSP’s Site-Specific Safety Plans for the Program.
Review contractor and WSP subcontractor Site-Specific Safety Plans and work plans for compliance with NV Energy Safety Requirements and applicable laws and regulations.
Identify local medical, fire, and law enforcement agencies nearest to project sites and provide their contact information.
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 WSP subcontractor representatives of project-site emergency response plan requirements.
Participate in daily tailboard meetings and other project meetings as required.
Conduct periodic and random safety audits, report discrepancies and deficiencies, and share results requiring corrective action, training, or follow-up with WSP Management and Company.
Observe and report unsafe work activities to WSP Management and/or the NV Energy safety representative according to the defined cadence and 1st Application reporting platform.
Facilitate NV Energy 1st Application reporting, including field engagement, job observations, safety meetings, incidents, near misses, hazards, good catches, serious injury or fatality exposures, and work stoppages.
Review construction contractor incident reports and root cause analyses; process WSP and NV Energy incident reports and root cause analyses.
Maintain Program compliance records in POWER360 and 1st Application, including site reports, training logs and certificates, JHAs, tailboards, and incident or accident reports.
Verify project personnel complete EHS orientation before beginning work; maintain the completion roster, issue hard-hat stickers, and verify retraining when required.
Provide technical input into investigations of employee and subcontractor accidents, injuries, and property damage or loss, and provide details to the corporate safety department.
Ensure WSP follows NV Energy incident and accident reporting procedures and WSP Corporate Safety Plan procedures.
Prepare monthly program safety statistics.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Disability coverage
Life coverage
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation or other personal time
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings