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Since 1952, Kiely Family of Companies has been building lasting relationships and delivering innovative design-build solutions that put our customers’ success first. Founded by John F. Kiely Sr., we have grown into a diversified group of companies whose unique capabilities enhance one another, making us greater than the sum of our parts.

Recognized on the ENR 400, 500, and 600 lists for engineering and construction excellence, KIELY is a leading design-build, construction, and engineering services provider specializing in infrastructure solutions for the natural gas, water and wastewater, electric, industrial, commercial, and midstream pipeline industries. Our integrated engineering and construction teams deliver turnkey solutions — from initial design and permitting through construction, commissioning, and ongoing support — helping customers build, maintain, and modernize critical infrastructure.

Our culture is built on teamwork, technological innovation, and the highest ethical standards. We refer to our employees as team members because together we empower, partner, and advance—serving a purpose far greater than any individual project. Kiely team members are an elite group of behind-the-scenes professionals who embody our core values and are dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Position Summary:

We are looking to add a Safety Manager to our construction operations in Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of safety training and previous utility construction experience. The Safety Manager will conduct safety audits of crews, toolbox talks, policy, procedure and standards updates. In this position you will be overseeing the DOT OQ training /testing as well as safety incident management and investigation.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the annual Federal Compliance Training including HAZMAT, Respirator, Fork Lift, Fire Extinguisher, Confined Space, Competent Person.
• Assist with the annual DOT Compliance Training including Operator Qualification Program, classroom and hands on evaluation
• Assist with all Plastic Fusion and Welder Training and Qualification Programs
• Conduct regular safety audits and tool box talk’s at all company construction sites, shops, warehouses and office facilities to ensure compliance of our Company safety program, policies and procedures
• Evaluate and ensure conformance and compliance with client specific operating procedures & OSHA regulations
• Monitor jobsite safety performance, including risk assessments, project specific and task hazard analysis, corrective actions, incident investigations, safety metrics and reporting
• Document audit results and identify/recommend solutions to hazardous conditions. Follow through to completion to ensure 100% compliance and conformance
• Investigate personal injury, vehicular, and property damage claims. Compile data, take photos, and prepare all pertinent forms and reports per established safety procedures and regulations
• Assist in maintaining compliant FMCSA driver qualification files for all CMV drivers
• Assist with updating safety and training information in ISN, Avetta, and Veriforce
• Assist with the Company’s Drug and Alcohol, Workers Compensation and Modified Duty Programs

Competencies: 

• 5+ years of utility construction experience
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and recommend corrective measures
• Excellent organizational, analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word 
• Experience with classroom style training a plus
• Experience and knowledge with the installation of underground utilities  
• Three years of experience with DOT Operator Qualification & OSHA Construction and General Industry Regulations
• Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce all OSHA, State, Local regulations specific to the underground utility construction industry
•  Must have the ability to conduct both individual and small safety tool box sessions
• Travel 50% in and around Pennsylvania