Peterson Consulting Group
Construction Safety Engineer - ESOP Opportunity
Peterson Consulting Group, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
Safety Engineer — Heavy Highway / Heavy Civil (ESOP) Location:
Colorado (Denver metro & statewide travel) Employment Type:
Full-time Industry:
DOT / Roads / Bridges / Earthwork / Utilities Make a real impact on complex infrastructure. Our client (an ESOP contractor) is adding a project-level Safety Specialist to drive EH&S excellence across heavy highway and heavy civil jobsites. You’ll be the go-to safety advisor for project teams and subcontractors—on the ground, in the work, preventing incidents before they happen.
What You’ll Do
Lead safety on heavy highway / civil scopes: traffic control, bridges / structures, earthwork, utilities, paving, and night work.
Run subcontractor precon s and onboarding; set clear expectations tied to OSHA, DOT, FRA / FAA (as applicable), and client requirements.
Coach superintendents / foremen on hazard ID, JSAs, corrective actions, and safe work planning around heavy equipment and live traffic.
Deliver site-specific training (OSHA, client-mandated, task-based); lead New Employee Orientation.
Own field execution of HCSS Safety inspections and Toolbox Talks; keep documentation tight and audit-ready.
Conduct routine jobsite audits; investigate injuries, equipment damage, GL / auto incidents; drive root cause + corrective actions.
Support company and project safety committees; champion a no-excuses safety culture.
What You Bring
2–4+ years safety management in heavy highway / heavy civil (roads, bridges, utilities, mass earthwork, paving).
Solid command of OSHA standards; working knowledge of DOT work zones, excavation / trenching, fall protection, rigging, and cranes.
Able to spot exposures unique to civil work and close the loop with practical fixes.
Strong communicator and field presence; credible with craft, subs, and owners.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety software (HCSS Safety experience a plus).
CHST preferred (or on track).
Valid driver’s license; able to pass background checks for airports / rail / military bases.
Willing to travel across Colorado and respond to occasional after-hours events.
Working Conditions
Field-first role: outdoors around heavy equipment, traffic control, variable weather; frequent walking on uneven ground, ladders / stairs, confined / bridge spaces.
Regular standing / walking; occasional climbing / kneeling; lift / move up to 25 lbs.
Vision / mobility suitable for active, dynamic jobsites.
Why This Role
ESOP participation with a contractor committed to building safely and investing in its people.
High autonomy, visible impact, and resume-making projects across Colorado infrastructure.
How to Apply (Read Carefully) Send your resume, cover letter, and a project list detailing your experience with relevant heavy civil / highway projects — include project size, scope, location, and your specific role.
Email:
pembry@pcg-online.com
Benefits
$95,000-$120,000 DOE
Bonus Opportunities
ESOP
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
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Safety Engineer — Heavy Highway / Heavy Civil (ESOP) Location:
Colorado (Denver metro & statewide travel) Employment Type:
Full-time Industry:
DOT / Roads / Bridges / Earthwork / Utilities Make a real impact on complex infrastructure. Our client (an ESOP contractor) is adding a project-level Safety Specialist to drive EH&S excellence across heavy highway and heavy civil jobsites. You’ll be the go-to safety advisor for project teams and subcontractors—on the ground, in the work, preventing incidents before they happen.
What You’ll Do
Lead safety on heavy highway / civil scopes: traffic control, bridges / structures, earthwork, utilities, paving, and night work.
Run subcontractor precon s and onboarding; set clear expectations tied to OSHA, DOT, FRA / FAA (as applicable), and client requirements.
Coach superintendents / foremen on hazard ID, JSAs, corrective actions, and safe work planning around heavy equipment and live traffic.
Deliver site-specific training (OSHA, client-mandated, task-based); lead New Employee Orientation.
Own field execution of HCSS Safety inspections and Toolbox Talks; keep documentation tight and audit-ready.
Conduct routine jobsite audits; investigate injuries, equipment damage, GL / auto incidents; drive root cause + corrective actions.
Support company and project safety committees; champion a no-excuses safety culture.
What You Bring
2–4+ years safety management in heavy highway / heavy civil (roads, bridges, utilities, mass earthwork, paving).
Solid command of OSHA standards; working knowledge of DOT work zones, excavation / trenching, fall protection, rigging, and cranes.
Able to spot exposures unique to civil work and close the loop with practical fixes.
Strong communicator and field presence; credible with craft, subs, and owners.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety software (HCSS Safety experience a plus).
CHST preferred (or on track).
Valid driver’s license; able to pass background checks for airports / rail / military bases.
Willing to travel across Colorado and respond to occasional after-hours events.
Working Conditions
Field-first role: outdoors around heavy equipment, traffic control, variable weather; frequent walking on uneven ground, ladders / stairs, confined / bridge spaces.
Regular standing / walking; occasional climbing / kneeling; lift / move up to 25 lbs.
Vision / mobility suitable for active, dynamic jobsites.
Why This Role
ESOP participation with a contractor committed to building safely and investing in its people.
High autonomy, visible impact, and resume-making projects across Colorado infrastructure.
How to Apply (Read Carefully) Send your resume, cover letter, and a project list detailing your experience with relevant heavy civil / highway projects — include project size, scope, location, and your specific role.
Email:
pembry@pcg-online.com
Benefits
$95,000-$120,000 DOE
Bonus Opportunities
ESOP
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
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