Project Safety Assistant – 25-26 College Recruiting (Austin)

Overview

Assist with safety enforcement, training, audits, and documentation on construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• safety audits
• training programs
• incident reporting
• compliance review
• record keeping
• drug screening

Tasks

-Assist with identifying and reporting safety violations or unsafe practices, with emphasis on situations of imminent danger to life or property. -Assist with conducting effective worker orientation program for new employees and administer and record participation. -Assist with providing training for safe work practices, implementing Building L.I.F.E. (Living Injury Free Every Day), project safety programs and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) programs, policies, and procedures for construction project and Trade employees. -Assist with conducting Safety meetings, record and issue meeting minutes as directed by supervisor. -Assist with promoting safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with company, Federal, State, and Local regulations, and owner/contractual requirements. -Assist with reviewing subcontractors training as per OSHA standards. -Assist with maintaining log of subcontractor toolbox safety meetings held with their staff and provide summary report to supervisor. -Assist with reviewing subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with company policies, Federal, State, and Local regulations, and owner contract requirements. -Assist with coordination of preconstruction meetings with supervisor. -Assist with administration of drug screening program (e.g., pre-employment, post-accident, random, cause) in alignment with company and project owner requirements. -Assist with conducting project site safety audits and work area inspections, develop inspection summary including recommendations for corrective action per company policy, and work with supervisor to issue reports of violations or unsafe practices to subcontractors for immediate resolution. -Assist with conducting effective worker orientation program for new employees; administer and record participation. -Assist with maintaining safety records (e.g., PTPs, JHAs, training records, tool box meetings, OSHA 300 log, Material data Safety Sheets (MSDS) and chemical inventory sheets, incident investigations and metrics). -Assist with gathering Pre-Task Plans (PTPs) and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) for project contractors based on contractual requirements.

Requirements

• bachelor’s
• safety experience
• ms office
• ehs regulations
• construction
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Professional verbal and written communication skills -Ability to take direction and follow through with commitments -Basic knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques -Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering, or related field of study, and minimum of 1 year of related construction safety experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience -Proficient computer and data entry skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, and collaboration tools -Demonstrate elements of leadership from within, teamwork, and interpersonal skills to build professional relationships -Able to work to in non-structured environment and flexible to reprioritize responsibilities with management direction -Limited travel may be required, access to reliable transportation required -Familiar with Federal, State, and local Environmental Health & Safety regulations -Familiar with general construction operations -Analytical thinking, good judgment, and problem-solving skills -Exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail -Ability to identify safety related exposures and propose corrective actions

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About Turner Construction Company

-With a rich legacy, the company has delivered iconic projects such as the Burj Khalifa and New York’s One World Trade Center. -The company specializes in a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure construction. -The company has earned a reputation for executing complex, large-scale projects on time and within budget. -The company’s expertise extends to diverse civil works, including heavy civil projects like bridges, roads, and utilities. -The company is also known for its innovative approach, integrating advanced construction techniques and sustainability in its projects. -The company has consistently ranked among the top global contractors.

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