Safety Coordinator - 323

Founded in 1941, Dragados is a primary construction arm of ACS Group, consistently ranked first overall on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 250 International Contractors List. Dragados is an industry leader in delivering all types of major infrastructure projects and has a proven track record of completing some of the largest, most complex, and first-of-their kind projects in the U.S. and across the globe. In North America alone, Dragados has experience delivering more than $40 billion worth of major infrastructure projects within the last 10 years and is currently ranked #5 in transportation and #31 overall on ENR’s 2022 Top 400 Contractors list.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.

Responsibilities

• Administer compliance with the safety program and lead accident prevention efforts to ensure company and project safety goals are met
• Conduct site inspections of project work areas and equipment
• Develop, organize, and implement safety related programs that meet company safety standards
• Assist the investigation of accidents, determine root causes, and recommend corrective /preventive measures
• Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with a focus on hazard recognition and unsafe behaviors
• Coordinate and conduct safety meetings/training programs to ensure effective communication amongst new and existing employees
• Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Carry out any other assigned tasks given by the Area Safety Manager or Area Project Manager
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety from an accredited institution or 1 year experience as a safety professional in the construction industry
  
  

Preferred

• 2 years’ construction safety experience in heavy construction (marine works, tunnel, or roadway)
• OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety Trained
• Safety Trained Supervisor-Construction (STS-C) Certified, through the Board of Certified Safety Professionals
• First aid/CPR/AED Certified
• ASP, GSP, or CHST designation
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA Construction Standards, DOT Safety Standards, MUTCD standards, and other state and federal agency guidelines
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and make independent judgments concerning the general safety of workers
• Team player with a professional image, capable of handling highly confidential information
• Exercise excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that may require long hours, including nights & weekends
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
• Must be able to work in varied physical environments which include both indoor and outdoor work in the hot and cold
• Demonstrate technical and analytical problem-solving skills
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
  
  

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package
• Health Insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
  
  

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an “at will” employment relationship.

Dragados USA Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.