Safety Specialist - Heavy Civil Construction
We are seeking a Safety Specialist to support and strengthen the execution of our safety program across both field operations and internal systems.
Working closely with the Safety Manager, this position plays a critical role in ensuring safety efforts are consistent, organized, and followed through to completion, while contributing to the long-term development of the company's safety program.
What You'll Do
Support Field Safety Efforts
- Conduct jobsite safety inspections and audits, including documentation and follow-up of findings
- Perform pre-mobilization site walks to identify potential hazards and safety considerations before work begins
- Attend onsite safety and project meetings to stay aligned with upcoming work and risks
- Be present during high-risk activities (excavation, trenching, confined space work) to support safe execution
- Inspect trenching and underground operations to verify compliance and safe practices
Own Documentation & Follow-Through
- Manage documentation for incidents, inspections, and safety observations from start to finish
- Track corrective actions and ensure items are resolved in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready safety records
- Support consistency and quality of documentation across all projects and teams
Improve Systems & Processes
- Support and help improve the company's safety management systems and tools
- Identify gaps or inefficiencies in current processes and implement practical improvements
- Help standardize documentation, forms, and workflows
- Ensure safety data is accurate, complete, and usable for decision-making
Support Planning & Coordination
- Participate in project coordination and planning meetings
- Review schedules and upcoming work to help identify safety considerations in advance
- Align safety efforts with project timelines, especially for complex or higher-risk scopes
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of construction experience (safety or field roles such as foreman, operator, etc.)
- Experience in heavy civil construction, including excavation or underground work, strongly preferred
- Someone who:
- Takes ownership and follows through without being asked
- Is organized and detail-oriented with strong documentation habits
- Communicates effectively with both field teams and leadership
- Is comfortable working in both field and office environments
- Has a practical, problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30 Certification (or ability to obtain)
- Experience with safety management software (HCSS or similar)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Growth Opportunity
This role is designed as a pathway into a Safety Manager position as you develop leadership capability and take on increased responsibility within the safety program.
Why This Role
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced leadership and gain exposure to all aspects of a construction safety program
- Involvement in both field operations and company-wide safety systems
- Ability to directly impact how safety is executed and improved across projects
- Clear path for professional growth into a leadership role
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.