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Get Access To All JobsRequisition ID: 180172
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Safety
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
At Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on every project and in every office is, “Nobody Gets Hurt” and we’re currently looking for a Sr. Safety Specialist who will create, support and audit our programs which reinforce our commitment to safety. As a Safety Specialist, you will report to Project Manager. Your primary responsibilities center on the successful implementation and support of the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will also verify to ensure that work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
While the initial assignment will be based at our Data Center construction project in Santa Teresa, NM (greater El Paso); one of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors
- Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program
- Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans
- Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work
- Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP
- Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files
- Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics
- Assist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution
- Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions
- Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work
- Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, orientation, and client specific requirement
Qualifications
- Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in construction safety
- Knowledge of construction or building safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
- Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred
- Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
- Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 180172
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: Kiewit Building Group
Department: Safety
Market: Building
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
At Kiewit, one of our guiding principles on every project and in every office is, “Nobody Gets Hurt” and we’re currently looking for a Sr. Safety Specialist who will create, support and audit our programs which reinforce our commitment to safety. As a Safety Specialist, you will report to Project Manager. Your primary responsibilities center on the successful implementation and support of the Site Specific Safety Plan in the field. You will assist the Project Manager with the application of the contract, client safety expectations, Kiewit Corporate Safety Manual, Corporate Crane Procedures Manual, District Standards, and all laws governing the work. You will also verify to ensure that work is being executed as planned, problem-solve with operations and craft, assist with corrective measures, and provide resources to correct and maintain solutions.
District Overview
Kiewit Building Group specializes in constructing office buildings, industrial complexes, education and sports facilities, hotels, hospitals, transportation terminals, science and technology facilities, manufacturing, retail and special-use facilities and extensive interior construction with tenant improvements. Its capabilities include general construction, construction management, design-build, design-assist and turn-key project development. Kiewit also provides fast, accurate preconstruction project management services. During the past 10 years, Kiewit has performed construction services for more than 1,100 vertical construction projects, totaling $7.5 billion in revenue.
Location
While the initial assignment will be based at our Data Center construction project in Santa Teresa, NM (greater El Paso); one of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the development, review, updating, and communication of the SSSP to everyone including subcontractors
- Collaborate with the craft every day in the field to encourage buy-in of our safety program and to support craft ownership of the safety program
- Exercise Stop Work Responsibility to ensure adherence to company policies, regulations, work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans
- Plan, prioritize, and problem-solve with operations in the field every day based on leading indicator trends and upcoming work
- Encourage, support, inspire, and advise staff and craft employees to execute the SSSP
- Assist with maintaining project files in compliance with OSHA regulations and in compliance with our policies including accident/injury files
- Assist with first aid and maintain relationships with emergency medical services and clinics
- Assist with incident investigations, and implementation of effective solution
- Complete a daily documented hazard inspection and assist operations, craft, and subcontractors with implementation of corrective actions
- Review work plans, work packs, and detailed work plans prior to the start of work
- Assist and provide safety training on policies, procedures, orientation, and client specific requirement
Qualifications
- Degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field of study is preferred
- Minimum of 5+ years of experience in construction safety
- Knowledge of construction or building safety, current Federal and OSHA requirements
- Certification as a Safety Professional or Emergency Medical Technician is preferred
- Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies
- Strong work ethic - Willing to do what it takes to get the job done
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Certify your credentials before applying
Kiewit's EHS roles on energy projects typically require OSHA 30-hour certification and often a CSP or CHST credential. Have these documented and ready before outreach. Missing certifications slow offers and complicate visa timing for roles with field safety responsibilities.
Target Kiewit's project-based EHS openings
Kiewit hires EHS Specialists at the project level, meaning openings are tied to active construction contracts in energy sectors like oil and gas or power generation. Searching by region and project type surfaces roles faster than searching by job title alone.
Align your degree field with specialty occupation requirements
For H-1B sponsorship, USCIS requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation. Degrees in occupational health, environmental science, or industrial hygiene map cleanly to EHS functions. A general studies or unrelated degree creates a harder path and may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Ask about LCA filing timing during offer negotiations
Your employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition. On project-based construction roles, the prevailing wage is site-specific, so confirm the LCA covers your actual work location before signing anything.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Kiewit EHS roles by visa type
Visa sponsorship availability varies by role and project at large contractors. Use Migrate Mate to filter Kiewit's open EHS Specialist positions by the visa category you need, so you're only spending time on roles that match your current status.
Plan around H-1B cap timing if you're on OPT
If you're working at Kiewit on F-1 OPT, you have a single annual registration window in March to enter the H-1B lottery. Missing it means waiting a full year, so align your OPT extension application and STEM OPT if eligible to preserve your work authorization during the gap.
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Find EHS Specialist at Kiewit JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Kiewit sponsor H-1B visas for EHS Specialists?
Yes, Kiewit sponsors H-1B visas for EHS Specialist roles. Because these positions involve applying specialized knowledge in occupational safety and environmental compliance, they generally qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards. Your degree field matters here: occupational health, environmental science, or industrial hygiene backgrounds align most cleanly with H-1B requirements for this function.
How do I apply for EHS Specialist jobs at Kiewit?
Applications go through Kiewit's careers portal, where EHS roles are posted by district and project type. Roles in the energy sector are often tied to specific construction contracts, so availability shifts as projects start and close. Migrate Mate aggregates Kiewit's open EHS Specialist positions filtered by visa sponsorship type, which makes it easier to identify which openings match your status before applying.
Which visa types does Kiewit commonly use for EHS Specialist roles?
Kiewit sponsors multiple visa categories for EHS Specialists, including H-1B, TN (for Canadian and Mexican nationals), F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates, J-1 for exchange visitors, and employment-based Green Card pathways including EB-2 and EB-3. The right category depends on your citizenship, education, and where you are in your career. TN is often the fastest path for eligible Canadian nationals in qualifying EHS roles.
What qualifications does Kiewit expect for EHS Specialist roles?
Kiewit's energy sector EHS roles typically require a bachelor's degree in occupational health, environmental science, safety management, or a related technical field. Field experience on construction or industrial sites is weighted heavily, and professional certifications like OSHA 30, CSP, or CHST strengthen your profile significantly. Roles on active energy project sites often also require physical fitness standards and the ability to travel or relocate.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take for a Kiewit EHS role?
Timeline depends on the visa type. H-1B standard processing runs three to six months after USCIS receives the petition, though premium processing can reduce USCIS adjudication to around 15 business days. TN status for Canadian nationals can be obtained at the border on the day of travel with proper documentation. For Green Card sponsorship through PERM, the full process from initial filing to approval typically spans two or more years.
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