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Sr Safety Specialist - Transportation/Infrastructure

Kiewit Infrastructure South

Honolulu, HI · Posted October 3, 2026

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Requisition ID: 180197 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Southern California District Department: Safety Market: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview At Kiewit , one of our guiding principles on every projects and in every office is, “Nobody Gets Hurt” and we’re currently looking for a Safety Specialist who will create, support and audit our programs which reinforce our commitment to safety. As a Sr. Safety Specialist, you will report to a project Safety Manager. Your primary responsibilities centers on the successful implementation and support of the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Safety Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will also verify to ensure that work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions. District Overview Kiewit’s Southern California District operates with heavy civil, transportation, and water resource markets. Although most of our work is scattered across Southern California, we also pursue various projects across the west coast and Hawaii. Location This position will support projects in Honolulu, HI. Relocation and travel will be required, and relocation assistance can be provided to the right candidate. Responsibilities • Oversee subcontractor compliance. Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractor • Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program • Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans • Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work • Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP • Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files. Maintain OSHA 300 logs and incident reporting • Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics • Assist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution • Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions • Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work • Conduct daily safety inspections and maintain written logs • Manage APP and AHA compliance • Track high-hazard activities weekly • Conduct and document site safety orientations Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of construction safety experience on similar projects • Experience managing safety programs, conducting hazard analyses, and implementing controls • Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements • Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel • Strong organizational and time management skills • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies • Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team Certifications & Training • Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction (within last 5 years) • CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) certification – required • 40-hour EM 385-1-1 Contract Safety Awareness Course (ANSI/ASSP Z490.1 compliant). If not current, must be able to obtain within 60 days of award • Average of 24 hours of formal safety training per year over the past 5 years • Competent Person training in at least four of the following: - Excavation - Scaffolding - Fall Protection - Hazardous Energy (LOTO) - Confined Space - Health hazard recognition/control - PPE selection and use Continuing Education • Minimum 8 hours of documented safety-related continuing education annually #LI-JT1 Other Requirements: • Regular, reliable attendance • Work productively and meet deadlines timely • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary Base Compensation: $115,000/yr - $120,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location) We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.