Safety Specialist II - Industrial and Energy

Granite Construction • Cheyenne, WY

8d • $62,933 - $94,397

About The Position

The Safety Specialist II collaborates in administering the Company’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) and related regulations for an assigned location, consistent with the code of conduct. The role supports safety program implementation, incident prevention, employee training, audits, regulatory compliance, and incident investigations in a civil construction environment. The position may involve work outdoors and in construction or plant settings, including work at heights and in enclosed or confined spaces. Work in a high-production environment of 50 or more hours per week, including nights and weekends, is expected; travel may be required based on operational needs.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a civil construction-related safety environment.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal safety and health regulations.
• Knowledge of construction safety regulations.
• Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, follow-through, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-production environment and respond swiftly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.
• Ability to work 50 or more hours per week, including nights and weekends.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds, working at heights or in enclosed or confined spaces, and climbing stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work subject to outside conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or a related field, or Certified Health and Safety Technician certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with company team members, owner representatives, regulatory agencies, clinics, and medical/testing facilities to maintain effective working relationships.
• Plan project visits, safety orientations, and training based on project needs and financial impacts.
• Promote engagement with the company safety program and local incident-prevention efforts to encourage involvement and reduce at-risk behaviors.
• Assist with implementing safety-related programs to meet strategic goals.
• Perform and document inspections, observations, and audits to reduce incidents and support employee health and well-being.
• Assist with preparing and conducting safety meetings and training programs about hazards and risks associated with work performed.
• Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to help ensure compliance and protect company interests.
• Assist in developing and reviewing job hazard analyses, identifying hazards and control measures to support safe completion of work.
• Assist with investigating and communicating near misses, incidents, and claims to preserve company interests.
• Conduct periodic checks to ensure plans, corrective actions, and deficiencies are addressed and documented in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending plans, including access to a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account.
• Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness.
• Salaried employees may choose between two Anthem BlueCross PPO medical plans; Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular plan for eligible employees and dependents.
• Granite matches 100% of the first 6% of eligible compensation salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans; matching contributions vest immediately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level