Sr Construction Specialist- Safety

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

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Summary: The Construction Safety Specialist (CSS) The CSS will apply Energy Transfer's (ET) policies and procedures to promote Health and Safety programs and provide adequate support to ET's Engineering and Construction business unit. The CSS will interface with E&C project field personnel and contractors to ensure both groups work collaboratively and maintain a high level of safety performance among the contractor workforce.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Provide project support for E&C-managed projects, including:

- Attend planning and kickoff meetings

- Assist with contract safety personnel management.

- Conduct Veriforce contractor reviews as needed

- Review contractor Health and Safety documentation and processes and communicate compliance/gaps regarding regulatory requirements.

- Conduct periodic safety assessments & inspections for ongoing projects to ensure safety procedures are in place and reduce the likelihood of safety deficiencies.

- Assist with interpretation of procedures, regulatory standards, and implementation.

- Work collaboratively with Ops Support Safety to ensure consistency of contractor safety processes and applications.

- Promote best practices and support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce work process risks, raise safety awareness, and improve safe work practices.

- Review and support investigations of incidents, near-miss accidents, and occupational injuries to determine causes and preventive measures.

- Interface with Field Safety Inspectors and Contractor Safety Representatives to ensure project safety compliance.

- Plan, lead, and participate in job site safety meetings.

- Gather and implement feedback regarding quality concerns and improvement.

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

- Bachelor’s degree (BS) in a technical field (engineering/science, or occupational safety and health sciences) or additional equivalent experience.

- Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Safety and Health Official (CSHO) Is preferred but not required.

- Minimum 6 plus years of related experience and training

- 3 to 5 years’ experience in construction experience

- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations, standards, and recommended practices (e.g., API, DOT, OSHA PSM, PHMSA).

- Ability to interpret and effectively communicate technical documents and legislative references.

- Proficient skills in programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet Explorer

- Auditing HSE systems experience

- Analytical and problem-solving ability

- Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Demonstrate leadership and project management skills.

- Ability to work with minimal supervision

- Proficient presentation skills

- Desire to assume increasing levels of leadership responsibility.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

- The Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience

- The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience

- The Lead Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience

Working Conditions

- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing

- As much as 50% travel may be required, including overnight travel.

- Subject to call out 24 hours a day/7 day a week. Required to respond to calls before and after regular working hours.

- Visits to industrial/field-based settings may include hazardous materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. "