Construction Safety Specialist (Field Based)

Description

• Collaborate with contractors to address and resolve identified issues.
• Identify and assess construction-related H&S risks and field conditions.
• Provide direct coaching, guidance, and actionable feedback to support safe work practices.
• Support client and internal reporting requirements, including daily/weekly summaries as needed
• Observe high-risk activities (LOTO, energized work, working at heights, heavy lifts, confined space, equipment operations) and identify hazards in real time.
• Support contractor orientations, onboarding, and field-level safety interactions.
• Conduct daily field walks to verify contractor adherence to project and regulatory safety requirements.
• Verify alignment with applicable local, state, and federal H&S regulations.
• Apply client EHS programs, procedures, and expectations during daily field engagement.
• Maintain detailed documentation of interactions, inspections, coaching, and field observations.
• Review JHAs, permits, and activity briefings for completeness and alignment with the planned scope of work.
• Assist with incident investigations, root cause analysis, and follow-up actions.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety stand-downs, coordination meetings, and trade-partner engagements.
• Track corrective actions and follow up through closure.
• Share lessons learned and contribute to Significant Event (SE) or Significant Potential Event (SPE) communication.
• Report incidents, near misses, hazards, and unsafe behaviors immediately.
• Support or deliver H&S training based on job-site hazards and regulatory needs.
• Evaluate current practices against regulatory requirements and client standards.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of H&S experience in construction or industrial environments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and engage contractors in the field.
• Strong analytical, observational, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, juggle multiple priorities, and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, occupational safety, construction management, engineering, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• Strong knowledge of LOTO, electrical safety, and high-risk construction activities.
• OSHA, BCSP, or related certifications (OSHA 30, CHST, ASP, CSP) preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance