Safety Specialist

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Safety Specialist

At McMillen, our safety mantra, SEE Safety in Action, is more than just a slogan-it's a call to action to build a culture of safety that is infused into everything we do. We SEE Safety in Action through the tenacious pursuit of excellence in our Standards, Education, and Execution. Why? Because it matters.

If you want to join us on this journey of excellence, we invite you to apply to our Safety Specialist position to support and enhance our safety program across water resource construction projects and our technical service division. This role's primary responsibility is to support the Safety Director in the implementation of corporate and project-specific safety initiatives to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.

All Construction Division offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen. In accordance with client requirements, security clearance is required and is determined based on background check results.

Who we are: McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee-owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don't look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting-edge technology, and a balanced work-life environment so our employees can build careers they're proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results-driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real-world functionality.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the implementation and administration of safety programs and policies for the construction and technical service divisions
• Facilitate the application of the company's safety recognition programs
• Support new employee onboarding and orientation requirements
• Monitor and coordinate employee training completions and renewals
• Prepare and submit safety reports, metrics, and compliance documentation
• Audit and maintain EHS data in safety management software
• Facilitate communication between field personnel, supervisors, and management regarding safety metrics, records, and compliance requirements
• Assist with safety audits, compliance reviews, and document control
• Oversee safety asset tracking program.
• Coordinate with suppliers and field teams to support PPE program
• Support compliance with OSHA and other federal, state, and local safety regulations
• Collaborate with safety management, project managers, and field supervisors to promote a strong safety culture
• Perform additional tasks assigned

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in safety or construction support role
• Familiarity with OSHA and other safety and environmental regulations
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective problem-solving skills
• High Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Significant knowledge of OSHA standards and safety regulations
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 card (Construction)
• Associates degree, or higher, in Health and Safety or related field
• Experience with safety management systems, LMS software, or SharePoint
• Experience in construction, utilities, or water resource projects preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package:

• Pay Range: $26.44 - $31.25 hr. (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO: McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

No recruiters, please.