Senior Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Specialist

Overview

Senior HSE specialist overseeing safety and environmental programs for large construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• risk assessment
• incident investigation
• hse program
• safety training
• regulatory compliance
• equipment procurement

Tasks

-Conduct advanced hazard identification and risk assessments through thorough site inspections and audits. -Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Supervisors, and cross-functional teams to embed safety into project planning and execution. -Travel regularly to various office and project locations, including fly-in/fly-out assignments as required. -Lead incident investigations, including near misses, with a focus on root cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions. -Champion adherence to the company’s Management System, ensuring consistent tracking and reporting. -Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of comprehensive HSE programs on active construction sites. -Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. -Ensure full compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal regulations, acting as a subject matter expert. -Manage procurement and inventory of safety equipment and supplies (PPE, rescue gear, first aid kits, etc.). -Design and execute project-specific safety and environmental plans aligned with corporate and regulatory standards. -Oversee and deliver strategic health and safety training programs, including compliance tracking and reporting. -Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.

Requirements

• crsp
• iso management
• ohs act
• microsoft office
• safety software
• 15+ years

What You Bring

-Experience with ISO Management Systems and integrated safety frameworks. -Work productively and meet deadlines timely -CRSP certification is mandatory -Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment -Regular, reliable attendance -Deep knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable provincial/federal regulations. -Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management software platforms. -Proven leadership in managing HSE programs on large-scale or multi-site projects. -15+ years of relevant experience in construction in a safety role -Diploma or degree in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Sciences, or a related field.

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About Kiewit

-It evolved into a massive employee‑owned network operating across North America, delivering projects valued in the billions. -Today it specializes in transportation, water/wastewater, power, oil, gas & chemicals, building, industrial, marine and mining sectors. -Signature projects include New York’s 63rd Street Tunnel, Baltimore’s Fort McHenry Tunnel, T‑Mobile Park in Seattle, and major renewable energy sites. -Its marine division undertakes dredging, coastal resiliency and naval base work, while energy teams deliver gas, power delivery and renewables. -With deep roots in engineering‑led construction, it is known for tackling the kind of ‘impossible’ projects that reshape cities and industries.

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