Senior Safety Specialist

Description

The Senior Safety Specialist coordinates and implements the field safety program for routine and complex construction projects. Responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, documenting hazardous conditions, writing reports, and performing trend analysis, all in alignment with JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values.

• Utilizes advanced knowledge of equipment, laws, and work processes to give project‑specific safety recommendations.
• Uses internal safety management systems to perform trend analysis, identifying problem areas and recommending mitigation solutions.
• Provides guidance and training on basic and intermediate safety topics for new or existing personnel.
• Assists safety leadership during insurance audits.
• Oversees complex projects, including one large or multiple projects.
• Manages controlled insurance program projects.
• May develop and implement training strategies and processes to support training objectives.
• May partner with leadership to develop needs assessments, gap analyses, and strategic training plans.
• May analyze training needs to develop or improve training programs.
• May develop effective training methods such as digital learning, classroom, skill qualifications, and on‑the‑job training.
• May assist with identifying and implementing technologies to enhance learning experiences.
• May monitor company safety metrics and identify areas for training improvement and intervention.
• May provide in‑person and virtual training sessions and ensure training record retention.

Requirements

The role requires accurate, timely work, advanced verbal and written communication, and proficiency with MS Office and company safety software. A thorough knowledge of federal, state, local, and company safety regulations is essential, as is the ability to recognize hazards, enforce corrective measures, and build collaborative relationships across teams.

A bachelor’s degree in a safety and health‑related field is preferred, though equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Candidates must have at least five years of construction safety experience.

A valid, unrestricted driver’s license is required. The position offers a professional non‑union benefits package. JE Dunn is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative‑action employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Possesses higher‑level safety knowledge and identifies complex safety hazards, providing complex abatement solutions.
• Contributes strong communication skills and takes an active role in meetings.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance