Safety Specialist
Field | West Point, VA | Full Time
Position Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Safety Specialist with a background in construction safety, preferably in heavy civil projects. This role will support site safety programs, conduct inspections and audits, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote a culture of safety across all operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor job sites to ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety policies
Conduct regular safety inspections, audits, and incident investigations
Deliver safety training and toolbox talks for crews and supervisors
Assist in developing and updating site-specific safety plans (SSSPs)
Maintain safety documentation and reports
Support project teams in identifying and mitigating hazards
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in construction safety (heavy civil preferred)
Strong knowledge of OSHA standards and construction safety best practices
Certifications such as OSHA 30, First Aid/CPR, or CHST a plus
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to travel to various job sites throughout the region
Why Join Us:
Work with an experienced and safety-driven team
Competitive pay and benefits
Opportunities for growth and development
Curtis Contracting, Inc. (CCI) is a class 'A' contractor prequalified with VDOT and has been in business since 1985. We are separated into multiple divisions including the Civil division, Heavy Highway division, Road/Bridge Maintenance division, and Federal division. CCI has a large equipment fleet and self performs all aspects of construction management, site work, utilities, demolition, heavy highway, and cast-in-place concrete. Curtis Contracting, Inc. was founded on the principles of ethics, partnering, quality, integrity, safety and environmental stewardship. These principles and hard work are carried out through our leadership team. CCI has a large equipment fleet and self performs all aspects of construction management, site work, utilities, demolition, heavy highway, cast-in-place concrete, installation of divisions 8 & 10 items, and erection of pre-engineered metal structures. We hope you join our team!
***Curtis Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans***