Safety Engineer

General Position Description

The Site Safety and Health Engineer ensures all managers and supervisors insist on the maximum safety performance and awareness of all employees under their direction by enthusiastically and consistently administering all safety and health policies and procedures established in the Conti Safety, Health and Environmental Program

This position is responsible for the implementation of the project Safety and Health Plan and for the daily coordination of safety activities with the Project Management Team.

Overview

Conti Civil is on the lookout for a motivated and safety-minded individual to join our team as a Safety Engineer. This role is designed for someone who is passionate about building a career in safety within the civil construction industry. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in promoting and ensuring the health and safety of our employees on project sites. You will be immersed in our Safety, Health, and Environmental Program, gaining hands-on experience while being supported by a dedicated safety department of experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and updating the Site Safety and Health Plan (SSHP) under the guidance of senior safety staff.
• Learn and help enforce compliance with safety and health requirements, including federal, state, and local laws, OSHA regulations, and Conti Civil’s safety standards.
• Support the implementation of safety procedures and policies, encouraging a culture of safety among all team members, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Participate in safety orientations and training sessions, helping to organize and deliver content as your experience grows.
• Assist with daily safety inspections and contribute to maintaining PPE inventory and safety equipment.
• Support senior staff in accident/injury investigations and in the preparation of reports and recommendations for corrective action.
• Engage in safety meetings and planning sessions, offering input and learning best practices in safety management.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in safety, occupational health, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in a construction.
• A strong interest in the construction industry, particularly in civil projects, with a keen desire to grow in the safety field.
• Basic knowledge of safety and health standards and eagerness to learn more about regulations (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Organizational skills and a proactive attitude towards learning and professional development.
• Familiarity with MS Office suite and openness to learning new software and systems.
• All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire.
  
  

Pay/Benefits

• Conti has great benefits. We provide medical, dental and vision on the first day of your employment. Life insurance, 401(k) matching plan, EAP, wellness programs and many other optional programs are offered as well.
  
  

Conti is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Important Notice to Recruitment Agencies and Candidates

Conti has a strict policy regarding unsolicited resumes. We will only consider resumes submitted directly by candidates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Conti, including those sent to Conti’s mailing addresses, email addresses, or directly to Conti employees, will be treated as the property of Conti. We will not be liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

For recruitment agencies: Please note that Conti will only engage with agencies that have received prior written authorization from our Director of Human Resources. Agencies must secure this approval before submitting resumes, and only in connection with a specific job opening that is covered by a fully executed service agreement.

Conti will not compensate any agency that submits resumes without a formal agreement in place. All agency agreements must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of Human Resources. No other employee is authorized to enter into any agreement on behalf of Conti regarding candidate placements.