Kimmel & Associates

Site Safety Specialist-Industrial Construction

Kimmel & Associates  •  Portland, OR (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

About the Company

Our client is a well-established construction organization with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and with a high level of quality. The company is committed to maintaining a proactive safety culture and providing field teams with the resources and support needed to perform at their best.

About the Position

We are seeking a Site Safety Specialist to support construction operations in the Portland, Oregon market. This position will play a hands-on role in promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, and helping project teams identify and mitigate jobsite risks.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working directly with field personnel, subcontractors, and project leadership and will bring a practical, solutions-oriented approach to construction safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections and audits.
  • Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support implementation and enforcement of site-specific safety plans.
  • Conduct safety orientations, toolbox talks, and training.
  • Monitor compliance with OSHA and company safety requirements.
  • Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and subcontractors to address safety concerns.
  • Assist with incident investigations and corrective-action planning.
  • Maintain safety documentation, reports, and compliance records.
  • Promote continuous improvement and a proactive safety culture across projects.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of construction safety experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
  • Experience conducting jobsite inspections, training, and incident investigations.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with field employees, subcontractors, and management.
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills.
  • Ability to identify hazards and develop practical solutions.
  • OSHA 30 and/or additional safety certifications preferred.
  • Construction-related safety degree or professional certification is a plus.
  • Ability to travel locally to active project sites as needed.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company contribution.
  • Paid time off and company holidays.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Strong opportunities for career advancement.
  • Supportive, safety-focused company culture.
Kimmel & Associates

About Kimmel & Associates

Kimmel & Associates is North America’s largest executive search firm specializing in these industries:

Construction

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Waste & Recycling

Supply Chain

We partner with companies to identify, attract, and secure high-impact leadership talent through a targeted recruiting process across specialized sectors.

Our consultants bring deep expertise within specific industry verticals and geographic regions, combining local market insight with the national reach of top-tier talent.

Through our proven Career-Directed Approach™, we uncover what motivates candidates and what drives client success. The result is long-term alignment, not just short-term placement.

For over 45 years, we have built our reputation on trust, consistency, and results. We call it the Kimmel Standard, a commitment to delivering exceptional service and lasting partnerships.

Executive search isn’t just our profession — it’s our responsibility.

Industries We Serve

Concrete

Curtain Wall, Glazing & Cladding

Disaster Restoration

Drywall

Electrical Contracting

General Construction

Heavy Civil

Heavy Equipment

Industrial

Mechanical Contracting

Mining

Owners / Developers

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Residential

Roofing

Steel

Supply Chain

Waste & Recycling

Positions We Fill

C-Suite & Executive Leadership

CEO, COO, CFO, CIO, President, Owner

Senior Leadership

EVP, SVP, Regional VP, VP, General Manager

Commercial Leadership

VP Sales, Business Development, Marketing, Client Development

Operations & Project Leadership

Operations Executive, VP Operations, Director of Operations, Project Executive, Operations Manager, Area Manager

Preconstruction & Estimating Leadership

VP Preconstruction, Director of Preconstruction, Chief Estimator, Estimating Manager

Engineering & Technical Leadership

Director of Engineering, Engineering Manager, Design Manager, Technical Services

Safety, Risk & Compliance

VP Safety, Director of Safety, EHS

Contact:

kimmel@kimmel.com

828.251.9900

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Asheville, NC
Year Founded
1981
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