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When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons.  Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is a world-class leader in providing in-depth engineering, construction, technical, and management services. Our employees deliver landmark commercial, industrial, environmental, energy, power, and renewable infrastructure — and provide innovative solutions to complex environmental, water quality, supply, treatment, watershed, and wastewater projects. We hire colleagues with an entrepreneurial spirit who thrive on solving project challenges in a high-energy environment. Parsons is helping to build a safer, healthier and more sustainable world. We are looking for a Safety Specialist to join our team in Edmonton, AB Canada.  

Role:
Advises and assists Project Management in the formulation, implementation and management of health and safety management system and project safety plan. Reports organizationally to the MIP Safety Manager and the VP-SH&E Canada. Ensures that the project safety plan reflects company policy and provides a coordinated plan for the overall project which complies with the prevailing safety requirements at each location.

Responsibilities:

Advises and assists the most senior construction site representative in the establishment and management of MIP SH&E processes, identifying and eliminating/controlling any hazards to persons and property.Attend meetings as requested (e.g., Parsons, contractor, client). Communicate pertinent information to MIP Safety Manager and other stakeholders as needed.Utilize safety management software to document incidents (including proactive events), meetings, inspections, orientations, observations, and corrective actions.Conduct inspections as requested.Review contractor documentation associated with work activities to confirm a proper hazard assessment has been completed and required permits are in place. Engage managers and supervisors in the risk assessment process for new or modified work activities.Participate in the development and/or review of SWP/SJP/AHA as requested.Provide safety orientations (as needed) to personnel, including Parsons employees, contractors, vendors and visitors. Oversee provision and documentation of first aid treatment and communication to appropriate personnel when applied.Assist supervisors with conducting incident investigations to ensure the identification of root causes and corrective actions.  Complete prequalification of potential contractors and review of safety plans prior to mobilization.Develop and/or provide training materials to workers as requested.Maintain active and visible involvement using open communication with employees and stakeholders regarding SH&E issues on the project.Provide assistance as requested with internal or external audits and corrective action plans.Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate or assigned by MIP Safety Manager.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health or related field (or equivalent experience) and typically 5+ years of related work experience in the field of Health and Safety.Requires a thorough knowledge of Alberta occupational health and safety act, regulations, codes and reporting procedures, as well as good communication and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!