Safety Specialist II

Kokosing•Cincinnati, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Specialist provides field support and assists managers, supervisors, and team members with implementing Company and Client safety and health policies and procedures, maintaining regulatory compliance, and continually improving company performance in alignment with the Company’s Core Values. The position supports projects primarily in the Central Ohio region and surrounding areas, including bridge, roadway, and heavy civil construction, as well as wastewater and water treatment, electrical transmission, underground utility, concrete, and site preparation work. The role may be adjusted to align with the candidate’s experience and career trajectory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Health, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations, other state and federal safety regulations, and company safety policies and procedures.
Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate and interface effectively with company and private client representatives.
Ability to prioritize independently, think independently, communicate thoroughly, and influence implementation of appropriate corrective and preventative actions.
Ability to work in a high-production environment of 50 or more hours per week, including nights and weekends, and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
Ability to make independent judgments in managing and facilitating company programs and policies related to work safety.
Ability to positively interact with and influence front-line supervisors and field personnel to create a safe work environment.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

Three to six or more years of construction-industry safety and health experience is preferred; all experience levels will be considered, with role details adjusted accordingly.
Experience with bridge, roadway, heavy civil, wastewater or water treatment, electrical transmission, underground utility, concrete, or site preparation projects is a strong plus.
CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
OSHA 30-Hour and 10-Hour Trainer certification.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, implement, and monitor the Company Safety and Health Program at project locations in Central Ohio and surrounding areas.
Help develop and implement strategies to reduce and eliminate injuries, illnesses, and other incidents while supporting business unit targets and objectives.
Provide safety and health training and education to Company personnel.
Support pre-job safety planning, identify potential hazards, develop project emergency response plans, and prepare work safety and health plans on time.
Initiate, coordinate, and lead safety meetings and training programs to communicate company policies and procedures.
Independently conduct and document safety and health audits, evaluations, inspections, and behavioral observations; communicate and facilitate corrective and preventative actions.
Assist with investigations of injury, illness, and general liability incidents.
Develop and issue regular safety and health correspondence.
Provide team members with updates about changes to company or regulatory requirements.
Identify team members who need assistance, training, or support in meeting safety and health requirements.
Coordinate project safety programs with subcontractors, vendors, and third-party personnel to ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures.
Serve as a point of contact for federal, state, or municipal safety or risk management authorities, including OSHA, when the Company Safety Manager is unavailable.