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Hoffman Construction Company Project Safety Professional Intern in Portland, Oregon
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION SUMMARY: The Intern Project Safety Professional will with work on the construction project site with the Safety Department and will report to the on-site Safety Manager. They will work closely with the safety team, project team, owner’s representatives, and field personnel. The Intern Project Safety Professional is responsible to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, owner requirements and company policies/procedures on the construction project site while being part of a team that will create and cultivate an injury and accident-free work environment. This position is on site and 40 hours a week for a minimum of 10 weeks over Summer 2025.
Essential Responsibilities:
This position is a fully based on a construction site and requires active engagement in the construction activities.
This position will be required to dedicate a minimum of 80% of the time to observing and correcting field safety conditions, conducting safety audits, and coaching craft personnel in best safety practices.
Actively and professionally interact with all employees to promote safe acts and workplace conditions.
Actively create and cultivate an injury and accident-free work environment.
Anticipate, identify, evaluate, and correct hazardous conditions and practices.
Train craft personnel on new employee orientation and other construction safety training programs; document formal training on appropriate forms.
Conduct and document safety inspections.
Bring any safety violation and/or hazardous condition observed to the attention of the field supervisor in charge for immediate correction.
Ensure that subcontractor's employees wear appropriate clothing, safety equipment and other PPE.
Ensure compliance with all regularity requirements, owner requirements and company policies/procedures.
Immediately visit the site of any injury, incident, or near-miss involving employees and/or equipment. Identify and protect evidence in place, note conditions, conduct interviews, take appropriate follow-up actions, and assist with the analysis.
Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring and maintain records as necessary.
Qualifications:
Position Related Skills
Demonstrates technical construction safety knowledge.
Ability to conduct field observations, interactions, and interventions.
Interpersonal communication skills with ability to review and suggest improvements to task planning in the field.
Experience in safety training and ability to provide new contractor orientation training.
Knowledge of hazard communication program and global harmonization system.
Expertise in hazard recognition for construction.
Must be able to work effectively both in and outdoors during all weather conditions.
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified.
Experience in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction.
Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
Ability to work closely with variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
Professional Experience and Education
High School diploma or GED required.
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Safety, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is combination of standing, walking and sitting.
Must be able to climb stairs: 50% of day.
Hands/Arms: Constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use.
Sight: Visual acuity in near, mid, and far range vision. Color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination.
Hearing: Sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone.
Speech: Sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone.
Lift/Carry: Up to 25Ibs – Minimal.
Bending/Twisting: Minimal.
Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Minimal.
Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required.
Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.
Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.
Must be able to plan and organize work.
Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers.
Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.
Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.
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