Field Safety Representative

WSP is currently seeking a Field Safety Representative/Inspector for our Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector for Las Vegas or Reno, Nevada offices. This position will be a field-based position that includes working in various field offices across the state of Nevada.

The Field Safety Representative is responsible for creating, implementing, and enforcing day-to-day safety policies on WSP projects. This individual is responsible for leading safety efforts, coordination, reporting requirements, and day-to-day occupational safety for WSP Engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Provides safety inspection support, technical guidance, and oversight to ensure and validate construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements.
• Performs and oversees field safety inspections on various multi-site/phase construction projects of moderate to larger scale, scope.
• Generates and substantiates reports and documentation regarding equipment, construction, materials, integration, and operation specifications.
• Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, functionality, and sustainability.
• Communicating known job site hazards to WSP employees, contractors, and site client/owner/operator.
• Reporting safety discrepancies/deficiencies through periodic/random observations, safety evaluations, inspections, and audits of field staff & activities.
• Generate and review Job Hazard Analyses, Tailboard Reports.
• Reviewing contract requirements related to safety and health with the construction contractor and their subcontractors' designated representatives.
• Informing the subcontractors designated representatives of the emergency response plan requirements respective to the job site.
• Maintaining records to demonstrate program compliance.
• Verifying new WSP employees and all others receive a site orientation prior to working.
• Providing technical input into accident, injury, and property damage/loss investigations and providing details to the client and WSP management.
• Approve, order, review, maintain, and distribute PPE where needed.
• Assist with client safety questionnaires, audits, and surveys.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, equivalent diploma, or demonstrated proven equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 9 years of relevant post education experience in discipline with prior safety inspection experience.
• Essential professional licensure/certification(s). Safety Credential (e.g., CSP, CHST, CSHM, CIH, BS, MS, MPH).
• Certification in related occupational safety field (e.g., OSHA 500/501, 10/30/10 ET&D).
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Safety experience associated with field environmental hazards and work activity.
• Intermediate to advanced MS Office skills.
• Well-defined knowledge of construction inspection principles, field inspection practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Well-defined knowledge of relevant construction codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Highly proficient with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Competent critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from inspection and testing results.
• Ability to direct others in the field such as subcontractors and junior-level staff.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation:

• Expected Salary: $95,500 - $132,100