Employee‑owned Northwest general contractor building innovative commercial, institutional and industrial projects.
Implement and oversee site safety programs, training, audits, and incident response
18 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Onsite
Company Size
600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Fire Suppression
Electrical
Design and Engineering
Project Management and Coordination
Landscaping
Masonry
Demolition
Electronic Security
Sector Specialisms
Private-sector work
Institutional entities
Office buildings
Production plants
Residential
Commercial
STEM educational buildings
Habitat and zoological facilities
Role
Description
safety documentation
site audits
incident investigation
pre‑task planning
safety training
compliance reporting
Develop an organizational system and keep all safety related documentation readily available for use by crews, management and/or compliance officers.
Verify that subcontractors implement their Site-Specific Safety Plans.
Notify Safety Director immediately for support, and notify other key stakeholders as outlined in the EH&S program.
Conduct new hire orientation for all team members, including Lewis employees, subcontractor employees, vendors and other site visitors.
Escalate issues quickly if necessary and ask for management’s support in addressing site risks and/or personnel problems.
Support and encourage other team members to perform safety audits and ensure their observations are properly documented in the Company safety software.
For compliance audits by regulatory agencies, contact Safety Director immediately, organize an opening conference and attend/support/document audit process.
Organize and conduct an Incident Analysis meeting. With the project team, identify and document all contributing factors and institute training, policy or procedural changes to address.
Lead morning Safety Huddles efficiently and effectively with a team-oriented and participatory approach. Morning agenda should identify hazards and include an ergonomic warm up.
Contact Safety Manager and/or Safety Director as necessary to seek coaching in managing job site issues.
Support Project Foreman with the development of their pre-task plans and job hazard analysis.
Observe work activities on site daily. Identify hazards and intervene or escalate as appropriate to address safety concerns.
In collaboration with Safety Director, Project Superintendent and project team, create a Site-Specific Safety Plan and Crisis Management Plan, customizing the Company standard templates to address the unique conditions and hazards at the job site.
Review trending analysis in safety software and recommend corrective measures to site management.
Conduct thorough accident investigation, including witness statements, photographs, environmental conditions and any other relevant factors.
Several times a day, observe work activities on site and evaluate whether they are performed safely.
For personal injuries, ensure injured party gets immediate care as appropriate for the severity of the injury.
Ensure job site postings are compliant with laws, regulations and ordinances.
Support the successful implementation of the Company’s Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) program and Site-Specific Safety Plan at a single large site or multiple smaller sites.
Provide support of claims management by staying connected to injured Lewis employees and coordinating light duty assignments.
Ensure safety violations are corrected promptly.
Ensure safety boards, equipment and site-specific materials are supplied at assigned site.
Lend technical support to Lewis Craftworkers in the development of pre-task plans—both identifying hazards and recommending hazard mitigation strategies.
Maintain safety documentation and archives for the project.
Maintain records of completed pre-task plans and JHAs.
Review requested subcontractor safety documentation for completeness and compliance with Lewis policies, and regulatory and owner requirements.
In collaboration with Project Superintendent and Project Engineers, review the subcontractors’ Site-Specific Safety Plans for completeness and relevancy.
Identify employees whose actions and decisions represent high-risk behaviors. In collaboration with the team’s leadership, implement progressive accountability policy to address and modify these unsafe behaviors.
Ensure required equipment training is conducted and documented for Lewis work.
Provide training, mentoring, technical support and coaching for Safety Representatives as assigned.
Perform administration and management functions as appropriate to ensure compliance with local safety laws, codes and ordinances.
Clarify safety rules and provide technical expertise and solutions to safety challenges on site.
Respond to every safety suggestion promptly.
Document daily work environment in daily progress reports.
Prior to their mobilization on site, ensure subcontractors have provided all requested safety documentation, including a Site-Specific Safety Plan that properly addresses the hazards associated with their scope of work.
Organize, host and/or facilitate technical safety trainings required to support Lewis field operations.
Document all technical training and issue training cards to attendees.
Partner with the owners’ and subcontractors’ safety professionals, as appropriate, collaborating and communicating as a team in the safe execution of the work.
Document both positive and corrective safety observations in the company safety software.
By customizing the Company standard template, develop new hire orientation program with a focus on safety culture, site awareness, setting of expectations, education and personal accountability.
Requirements
osha30
bachelor's
stsc
safety software
first aid
hazardous waste
Successfully complete OSHA 30-hour training course.
Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Environmental Health and Science or 3+years of experience in a safety role, preferably in construction.
Strong computer skills and the ability to write pre-task plans, JHA and work plans.
Be professional at all times, consistently modeling safe work behaviors and practices.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collect and interpret data and apply it to the plan.
Strong presentation skills, facilitation skills and ability to develop and deliver effective job safety training.
Complete CPR, AED and first aid training. Keep certification card current.
Team player with ability to work independently and with strong time management and organizational skills.
Computer proficiency required; experience with safety software is preferred.
Possesses strong attention to detail and ability to resolve complex problems.
Technical knowledge of the following is required: Asbestos, Lead, Flammable storage, Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response, Respiratory Protection, Equipment – Crane, Scissor Lift, Boom Lift, Forklift, etc., Rigging/ Signaling, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Scaffolding, Trench/Excavation, Blood-borne Pathogens, Electrical Safety, Defensive Driving, and Flagging.
Be a vocal safety leader, frequently praising good safety behavior and quickly correcting unsafe behaviors.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with a workforce of diverse backgrounds, education, experience levels.
Responsive to jobsite needs and/or concerns.
Working knowledge of Worker’s Compensation regulations, Federal and State OSHA/WISHA rules and regulations, and the ability to identify and resolve safety hazards is required. Experience in Claims management and proper documentation is required.
Complete the Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC) course through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (or equivalent coursework). No need to recertify.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1886
Year Established
Operates since 1886, with a significant move to Seattle in 1939.
Employee-Owned 2008
Year of Ownership Change
Transitioned to employee ownership, fostering entrepreneurial spirit.
Projects $20M-$200M
Project Value Range
Engages in major builds with in-house concrete and steel capabilities.
Serves a wide range of sectors—from healthcare and education to biotech, office, hospitality, and industrial facilities.
Pioneers in lean construction and BIM, their teams employ pull-planning and virtual design to streamline schedules and reduce risk.
Has delivered notable projects like high-rise residential towers, research labs, hospitals, and cultural venues across the Pacific Northwest.
A reputation for innovation shows in adopting new technologies—cutting-edge shoring methods, global material procurement, and predictive safety platforms.
Culture + Values
Since 1886
Year of Establishment
The company has been locally owned and committed to making a positive impact for clients and the community every day.
Every employee is an owner.
People are personally invested in the success of our clients and empowered to take swift action.
Teams are tenacious when it comes to getting it right, day in and day out, to deliver quality buildings that stand the test of time.
Environment + Sustainability
By 2029
Fleet Electrification Target
Aim to transition to a fully electric truck fleet by 2029, significantly reducing emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.
80 tons
CO2 Reduction from Fleet Improvements
Scaled fleet improvements are expected to save over 80 tons of CO₂ annually, equivalent to removing 52 cars from the road.
127k board-feet
Lumber Reclamation
Reclaimed 127,000 board-feet of lumber during office renovations, promoting sustainable building practices.
Piloting fully electric F-150 Lightning trucks with plans to retrofit jobsite infrastructure for on-site charging.
Operational tactics include employee transit subsidies, no-idling policies, paperless projects, green housekeeping, low-VOC materials, and energy-/water-efficient offices.
Inclusion & Diversity
welcomes people of all races, ethnicities, genders and backgrounds
corporate giving and employee volunteer programs support Pride NW, ACE Mentor Program and other diversity initiatives
DEI efforts feature 'active listening' and continuing conversations within the company and industry