Safety Specialist
- Posted 09 January 2026
- LocationDenver
- Job type Contract
- Discipline Engineering and Renewables
Job description
We are supporting utility and EPC clients with active and upcoming Transmission & Distribution projects and are seeking an experienced Safety Consultant to support substation and T&D construction sites.
This is a field-embedded role focused on high-voltage work environments, supporting crews, construction leadership, and client safety requirements throughout active construction.
Responsibilities
Provide on-site safety oversight for T&D and substation construction projects
Conduct daily field observations, safety walks, and compliance audits
Lead toolbox talks, pre-task plans, and job hazard analyses (JHAs)
Enforce OSHA, utility, and client-specific safety programs
Support energized work safety, grounding, LOTO, and switching activities
Partner closely with Construction Managers, Superintendents, and crews
Investigate incidents and near misses; lead corrective actions
Maintain safety documentation, reporting, and site records
Promote a proactive, field-driven safety culture
Required Experience
Safety experience supporting Transmission & Distribution and/or substation construction
Strong understanding of high-voltage electrical safety practices
Experience working on utility or EPC-led projects
Comfortable working in active, fast-paced construction environments
Ability to engage crews directly and address unsafe conditions in real time
Certifications (Required / Preferred)
OSHA 30 (required)
Utility safety training experience (preferred)
CHST, CSP, or equivalent certification (preferred)
First Aid / CPR (preferred)
Additional Details
Field-based role with regular site presence
Travel and rotation may be required depending on project location
Long-term contract opportunities tied to ongoing T&D programs
This role is best suited for safety professionals who understand the realities of substation yards, energized work, and transmission construction and want to be actively involved in field execution.
