Burns & McDonnell

Staff Corporate Safety & Health Specialist - Transmission & Distribution (Houston or Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell$75K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management with 3 years of construction experience.
  • Experience in high-voltage construction projects preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and related safety standards.
  • Proficient in Windows-based platforms and basic computer skills.
  • Valid driver's license required, as driving to various locations is necessary.
  • OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Construction Course certification required.
  • CUSP credential or similar safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute corporate and project Safety & Health initiatives for a safe workplace.
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local OSHA regulations.
  • Provide guidance to management on Safety & Health best practices and issues.
  • Conduct Safety & Health assessments and monitor compliance on project sites.
  • Document and address immediate safety concerns as they arise.
  • Develop industry-specific Safety & Health programs for various practices of Burns & McDonnell.
  • Report compliance information related to OSHA and corporate safety policies.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to develop and implement safety programs in diverse environments.
  • Regular site visits ensure hands-on experience and impact.
  • Engagement with various levels of management fosters leadership exposure.
  • A role pivotal in maintaining workplace safety across multiple projects.
Full Job Description
Description

The Staff Corporate Safety & Health Specialist will perform work for Burns & McDonnell Safety & Health program in conjunction with the Site Safety Management and Corporate Safety & Health Department. This individual is also responsible for providing professional Safety & Health expertise and oversight as a key resource for Safety & Health compliance matters.
  • Complete the planning and execution of corporate and project Safety & Health initiatives in order to ensure a safe, healthy, and incident-free workplace.
  • Maintain compliance processes applicable to the Local, State, and Federal Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
  • Provide advice, guidance, and updates to Site Safety and Corporate management regarding Safety & Health issues and best practices.
  • Document and verify that project Safety & Health walk-through assessments are completed, monitor Safety & Health requirements, and provide coaching for continuous improvement at the project site based upon Safety & Health assessment.
  • Document and resolve safety items which require immediate correction.
  • Develop and publish industry specific Safety & Health programs for individual Burns & McDonnell Global Practices.
  • Report Safety & Health compliance information regarding OSHA logs, corporate policies, incident investigation, injury case management tool, and corporate facilitated training.
  • Conduct on-site training when required for project specific Safety & Health subjects, and specific Safety & Health classes at corporate office level.
  • Periodically visit site locations to verify that project specific training is compliant with contractual obligations for project personnel and subcontractors as is stated in the site-specific Safety & Health program.
  • Advise and support Site Safety and Corporate personnel, as necessary in the completion of, near miss, property damage, environmental incidents and accident investigation reporting, and the implementation of corrective measures as appropriate.
  • Lead communication process with all levels of the Project Management and Corporate Safety & Health team weekly.
  • Quickly respond to questions and/or concerns related to Safety & Health issues.
  • Respond to accidents and conduct accident investigations to determine cause and recommend corrective actions.
  • Track and report progress to Corporate Safety & Health Management regarding the Project Safety & Health program progress.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Engineering, or Construction Management and 3 years of experience in a construction field environment required.
  • Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Previous experience in high-voltage construction projects, including overhead transmission and distribution, substation and underground projects, is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of Occupational Safety & Health Administration Construction, OSHA General Industry, America National Standards Institution, National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health, Engineers Manual 385-1 and National Electrical Code Standards.
  • Proficient in Windows-based platform and basic computer skills.
  • This position requires driving to various locations.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • OSHA 10-hour Outreach Construction Course or OSHA 30-hour Outreach Construction Course required.
  • A Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) credential through the Utility Safety & Ops Leadership Network (USOLN), or another relevant safety certification issued by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, is preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Safety & Health

Primary Location US-TX-Houston

Other Locations US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time

Req ID: 260062

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MF #CDB

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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