Site Safety Professional - Construction

C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. is one of Southern California's leading General Engineering Contractors, with a legacy dating back to 1965. Known for constructing some of the region's most complex and noteworthy transportation and infrastructure projects, the company has established a strong reputation in the heavy civil construction industry. Dedicated to excellence, safety, and innovation, C. A. Rasmussen prides itself on attracting, developing, and retaining generations of skilled professionals and future leaders. The company values its employees as its greatest asset and fosters a workplace culture that supports professional growth and workforce diversity. With a commitment to equal employment opportunities, C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. supports a non-discriminatory environment and promotes inclusivity across all levels of the organization. Employment at C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. is full-time, offering a competitive salary range of $75,000 to $115,000 annually, based on experience and specific job qualifications.

This exciting role is for a Construction Site Safety Professional responsible for ensuring strict compliance with health and safety laws for the entire company. The candidate will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining comprehensive safety policies that create a secure workplace environment. This role requires exceptional attention to detail to recognize hazards and a proactive approach to improving safety conditions on construction sites. The professional will execute diverse safety programs effectively and be capable of communicating essential safety guidelines across various teams within the company. The ultimate objective of this role is to guarantee that all job sites meet legal safety requirements and foster occupational health and safety actively.

Responsibilities encompass becoming familiar with project-specific construction safety and security requirements, attending mandatory health and safety meetings and training, and conducting detailed daily safety observations with thorough documentation. The Construction Site Safety Professional will regularly patrol job sites to identify and address any health or safety concerns, review safety equipment, personnel procedures, and traffic control measures, and provide timely guidance to rectify hazardous or noncompliant actions. Additional duties include managing site-specific safety programs, ensuring workers comply with Cal/OSHA drug testing, conducting new project orientations, reviewing subcontractor safety plans, and assisting with incident investigations as necessary. The position involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and requires a deep understanding of Caltrans specifications, California Code of Regulations Title 8, and state and federal safety ordinances. Effective communication skills and a background in heavy civil construction are essential to succeed in this role.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of two years of relevant experience in vertical, tunnel, or heavy civil construction with proven expertise as a safety representative. Certification in key safety areas such as First Aid, CPR, Confined Space, Fall Protection, and the Cal/OSHA 30-hour construction training course is required. Preferred qualifications include professional safety certifications from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals such as Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), or Occupational Hygiene and Safety Technician (OHST). This position demands availability for varied shifts—including day, night, or overnight—and willingness to relocate to Valencia, California before the job start. Additionally, the role requires being on the road frequently, with 50 percent travel expected. C. A. Rasmussen, Inc. offers its employees an excellent benefits package including fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching contributions, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance programs, and life insurance, supporting a balanced and rewarding work life.