What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Superintendent position at COLASKA INC?
QAP is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Headquartered in Anchorage, QAP constructs roads, airports, and major infrastructure projects. QAP also has a team that specializes in logistics and self-sufficiency that is designed to complete projects in remote areas of Alaska. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com.
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Job Summary
The Safety Superintendent supports project teams in executing safe work practices that protect workers, the public, and the communities where we build. This role provides hands-on field oversight, conducts inspections, delivers training, and assists with incident prevention and response. Guided by the mission to safely construct the vital infrastructure that powers our economy, the Safety Superintendent helps ensure every worker goes home safely, every day, so families and communities remain strong.
Key Responsibilities
The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Job Summary
The Safety Superintendent supports project teams in executing safe work practices that protect workers, the public, and the communities where we build. This role provides hands-on field oversight, conducts inspections, delivers training, and assists with incident prevention and response. Guided by the mission to safely construct the vital infrastructure that powers our economy, the Safety Superintendent helps ensure every worker goes home safely, every day, so families and communities remain strong.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and field observations to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
- Inspect PPE, tools, equipment, and heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Participate in pre-shift meetings, contribute to site-specific safety plans.
- Ensure safety controls such as signage, barricades, lighting, and access restrictions are in place and implemented.
- Other duties as assigned and needed.
- Assist in developing, updating, and implementing safety policies and procedures.
- Support company policies and programs.
- Review subcontractor safety practices and ensure alignment with project requirements.
- Deliver safety training for employees and subcontractors as necessary.
- Conduct daily safety meetings, JHA’s and toolbox talks across entire business unit.
- Encourage open and honest communication along with hazard reporting instruction.
- Ensure STCKY communications with Preventative Action adherence.
- Participate in RCA learning events.
- Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; determine root causes & corrective action.
- Ensure accurate and timely accident and incident reporting in HCSS.
- Verify training/ skills in HCSS.
- 5 years of Heavy civil construction experience.
- OSHA, MSHA and DOT regulatory knowledge.
- Proficiency in hazard analysis, incident investigation and delivering safety training.
- Proactive, self-motivated individual capable of contributing in teams’ settings & managing task independently
- CHST, OSHA 500/510 certifications.
- Strong communication and coaching skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft: word, excel and teams.
- Frequent visits to active construction sites with exposure to outdoor conditions and heavy equipment.
- Occasional work in confined spaces, trenches, or elevated locations.
- Travel as needed.
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