Safety Specialist (Finance)

CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker is seeking a proactive and experienced Safety Specialist to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for implementing and monitoring safety programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and fostering a culture of safety across all project sites. Responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific Health and Safety Plans (HASP) in alignment with corporate safety policies.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and risk assessments to identify hazards and ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide safety training and toolbox talks to field personnel and contractors.
• Maintain safety documentation, including inspection reports, training records, and incident logs.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction inspectors, and contractors to promote safe work practices.
• Monitor contractor safety performance and ensure adherence to safety protocols during all phases of construction.
• Participate in project meetings and provide safety input during planning and execution.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's OR Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction safety, preferably in water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations, safety management systems, and hazard mitigation strategies.
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), preferred.
• Experience with safety documentation platforms and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently onsite and manage multiple priorities.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $75,681 to $108,848. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

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About us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

Michael Baker is seeking a proactive and experienced Safety Specialist to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects.