Safety Specialist II

Whether you’re a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at MPS. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more.

YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY:

The HSE Specialist II is an experienced level professional safety position.  It is a field-based position and supports the implementation of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) programs by collaborating with internal teams, regulatory bodies, and customer representatives. Conducts or assists in site inspections hazard identification, incident investigations, training, and compliance documentation to promote a safe work environment. Contributes to planning, audits, and safety initiatives to align with company and regulatory standards and makes recommendations and addresses or elevates issues needing resolution.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Collaborate with internal teams, client representatives, regulatory agencies, and medical facilities to maintain effective working relationships.

• Support and promote the company’s safety program and local incident prevention initiatives to reduce risk behaviors.

• Implement project-based safety programs aligned with strategic goals.

• Contributes to pre-task planning and job site safety meetings.

• Coaches and teaches duties and processes to more junior team members.

• Prepares and delivers safety meetings and training to enhance hazard awareness.

• Contributes to, and makes recommendations to the development and review of job hazard analyses to identify risks and control measures

• Support incident, near-miss, and claim investigations and communications.

• Maintain thorough knowledge of company HSE standards, programs, and objectives.

• Model HSE goals to ensure a safe and productive environment.

• Assist in developing routine HSE project plans and specifications.

• Provide input and guidance supporting audits, inspections, evaluations, and incident investigations.

• Maintain required reports and documentation to meet corporate and regulatory standards

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Oracle preferred 

• Professional verbal and written communication skills 

• Professional interpersonal and customer service skills 

• Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, and supporting administrative practices.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary 

• Work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude 

• Self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player 

• Effective coaching abilities. 

• Interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees within regional business unit, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others 

WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

• 4-year related degree and 2 years’ experience and STS-C or 5 years relevant experience and CHST.

• Ability to spend 80% of working time on active construction sites. 

TRAVEL:

• Up to 25 % as needed

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• General work environment – sitting for long periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning.

• Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite.

• We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions.

• Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs.

YOU Matter – Our Benefits

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership

• 401K

• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement

• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance

• Disability Income Protection Insurance

• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)

• Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation

The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate’s pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education.

Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business…and your career.

MPS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.