Safety Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Implement W.E. O’Neil Injury Illness Prevention Program on assigned projects.
• Implement W.E. O’Neil Safety Manuel on assigned projects.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings.
• Set up and audit project safety systems.
• Predictive Solutions
• SDS Binder
• Subcontractor safety documents
• First Aid kits, etc.
• Assist in the development / review of site-specific safety plans
• Assist with developing project safety goals.
• Attend and participate in project meetings and assist in preparation / distribution of meeting minutes.
• Perform jobsite walks / inspections.
• Perform incident investigations.
• Address, follow-up, and ensure closure on issues.
• Provide safety knowledge to the project.
• Assist in the review of subcontractor programs, plans and Job Hazard Analyses
• Conduct jobsite safety orientations
• Attend and participate in W.E. O’Neil Risk Management trainings
• Participate in W.E. O’Neil networking events to build industry relationships.
• Participate in all P.E. Trainings and P.E. Bootcamps

• Champion “Safety Starts with You” culture
• Promote and recognize safe behavior
• Assist the Safety Department with the implementation of company programs
• Coordinate with project / safety teams to anticipate upcoming work-activities and ensure compliance with OSHA and W.E. O’Neil IIPP
• Discuss solutions to field problems or conflicts, and help develop practical solutions
• Work with the project / safety teams to schedule pre-construction meetings & training
• Research various safety topics as assigned by the safety team

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Effective written and verbal language communication skills
• Work Efficiently – Allocate one’s own time efficiently; handle multiple demands and competing priorities; efficiently process paperwork
• Show initiative, strive for increased responsibility and demonstrate desire to learn
• Show emotional maturity, punctuality and dependability
• Motivate and contribute to the teamwork / morale of the project team
• Show the desire and willingness to progress to the Safety Manager role and responsibilities Interpersonal Attributes
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all project stakeholders (Owner, jurisdictional agencies, design professionals, various WEO departments, WEO project team, and subcontractors)
• Foster Teamwork – Participate and foster collaboration among team members and among teams
• Motivate Others – Encourage and empower others to achieve; build relationships; create enthusiasm, a feeling of investment, and a desire to excel
• Drive for Results – Drive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure; persist despite obstacles and opposition
• Show Work Commitment - Set high standards of performance; pursue aggressive goals and work hard to achieve them
• Show alignment with and promote WEO Corporate Values

• Four-year degree in Occupational Safety & Health, Construction Management, or related field or minimum 1 years of relevant project field experience. 
• Understand and effectively use company software programs, such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Effective oral and written communication skills
• Well-developed time management and organization skills
• Ability to work non-routine hours as needed
• Ability to analyze options and problem solve creatively, while aligning with W.E. O’Neil’s business applications and philosophy
• Ability to analyze statistical information and create charts

Benefits

• 100% ESOP
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO/Sick
• 100% Life Insurance
• 401(K) with Match
• Student Debt Program