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Safety Specialist – Heavy Civil Construction
Salary: $70,000–$90,000
Location: Columbia, SC. (Travel to active project sites required)
A well-established heavy civil contractor is seeking a Safety Specialist to support field operations and promote a culture where safety is the top priority. This position plays a vital role in developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs while partnering with project teams to ensure compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations.
If you're passionate about workplace safety, enjoy working in the field, and want to make a meaningful impact on heavy civil construction projects, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer
We're looking for a proactive safety professional who leads by example, builds positive relationships with field teams, and is committed to creating a culture of zero incidents. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and passionate about helping employees work safely while supporting successful project delivery.
If you're ready to take the next step in your safety career with a company that values leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we'd love to connect with you.
Apply now or send your resume to a.stults@execusource.com for more information.
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Salary: $70,000–$90,000
Location: Columbia, SC. (Travel to active project sites required)
A well-established heavy civil contractor is seeking a Safety Specialist to support field operations and promote a culture where safety is the top priority. This position plays a vital role in developing, implementing, and maintaining safety programs while partnering with project teams to ensure compliance with OSHA and MSHA regulations.
If you're passionate about workplace safety, enjoy working in the field, and want to make a meaningful impact on heavy civil construction projects, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of $70,000–$90,000
- Company vehicle provided
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career growth opportunities with a respected and growing contractor
- Collaborative, safety-first culture
- Develop, implement, and maintain company safety programs that meet OSHA, MSHA, and industry standards.
- Conduct jobsite safety inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
- Coordinate and deliver employee safety training and onboarding for new hires.
- Monitor field operations and proactively identify potential hazards.
- Assist project teams with incident investigations and corrective action plans.
- Maintain employee training records and compliance documentation.
- Evaluate PPE needs and manage safety equipment inventory.
- Partner with project leadership to promote safe work practices and continuous improvement.
- Conduct health sampling and recommend appropriate workplace controls when necessary.
- Assist with the development of company safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Support the Safety Manager and provide leadership in their absence.
- Experience in a construction safety role, preferably within heavy civil, grading, earthwork, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA and MSHA regulations.
- Experience conducting safety training and field inspections.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and coaching skills.
- Strong organizational and documentation abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technology used for reporting and recordkeeping.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with field and office teams.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol screenings.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- Willingness to travel and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
We're looking for a proactive safety professional who leads by example, builds positive relationships with field teams, and is committed to creating a culture of zero incidents. The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and passionate about helping employees work safely while supporting successful project delivery.
If you're ready to take the next step in your safety career with a company that values leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement, we'd love to connect with you.
Apply now or send your resume to a.stults@execusource.com for more information.
#MISC123
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000