Construction Safety Engineer 3 (#3988659)

Position Description Summary:

APT Research is seeking multiple Construction Safety Engineer 3s on the KSC Safety and Mission Assurance Support Services (SMASS IV) contract at Kennedy Space Center FL. to support increasing construction activity across Kennedy Space Center. This position will provide real-time construction safety oversight ensure compliance with NASA and federal safety requirements and strengthen field surveillance and documentation efforts. The Safety Specialist will embed with construction project teams to mitigate risk improve contractor accountability and support mission success through proactive safety management.

APT is an employee-owned engineering services company specializing in conducting safety and quality analyses for the U.S. Government. APT offers competitive salaries advancement opportunities that match your professional development interest and excellent benefits including being voted as the best place for working parents. Our employees are owners each share in the commitment to deliver safe reliable and innovative Analysis Planning & Test Solutions and services that exceed expectations build employee pride of ownership and optimize shareholder value.

Specific tasks include but are not limited to:

• Provide real-time construction safety field surveillance across multiple active and planned projects
• Ensure contractor compliance with OSHA NASA and federal construction safety requirements
• Embed with construction project teams working closely with Project Managers and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs)
• Identify safety deficiencies and verify timely implementation of corrective actions
• Document surveillance activities findings and corrective actions in the SMART database
• Report safety findings trends and concerns to the NASA Construction Safety Manager
• Support risk mitigation efforts to reduce incidents delays and compliance violations
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with project stakeholders and contractors
• Conduct daily safety surveillances across active construction sites to verify compliance with OSHA NASA and federal safety requirements
• Rotate through multiple active project sites to respond to hazard reports and verify implementation of corrective actions and hazard mitigation measures
• Perform active surveillance of high-hazard construction activities including but not limited to critical lifts confined space entry energized electrical work and excavations
• Document and maintain accurate surveillance and assessment records in the SMART database including findings Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) and closure data
• Review and provide comments on Project-Specific Safety and Health Plans (PSHPs) and Safety and Support Safety Plans (SSSPs) within established government review timelines
• Review and assess specialized safety documentation including lift plans Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) electrical work permits fall protection plans and related safety submittals
• Coordinate with project teams and contractors to resolve comments and ensure timely revisions and approvals
• Conduct mandatory Nuts and Bolts safety kickoff briefings for contractors prior to the start of construction activities
• Attend project status and coordination meetings to identify upcoming work activities and forecast potential safety hazards
• Participate in the Multi-User Spaceport Integrated Master Schedule Coordination Meeting as requested by the NASA Construction Safety Manager to identify hazards issues and concerns across projects
• Support mishap and close call notifications and investigations in accordance with NASA requirements
• Manage mishap and close call cases within the NASA Mishap Information System (NMIS)
• Perform trend analysis of mishap and close call data and report findings to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and Construction Safety Manager
• Provide onsite support during OSHA inspections investigations and audits
• Support compliance audits conducted by regulatory agencies third parties or NASA upon request
• Coordinate responses to regulatory findings and assist with corrective action development and closure

Required Experience/Education:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of Construction Safety experience

Security Clearance Requirement:

• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation
• Position subject to a pre-employment drug test
• Must be able to qualify for an unescorted badge (US Citizen required)

Preferred Experience/ skills:

• Experience in construction safety oversight and field-based safety surveillance
• Working knowledge of OSHA construction standards and federal safety regulations
• Experience with safety data management systems (e.g. SMART or similar databases)
• Experience working on large complex construction projects
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced construction environment
• Experience ensuring contractor accountability and corrective action follow-through

Work Environment:

• Active construction sites across Kennedy Space Center
• Combination of field-based work and office/documentation tasks
• Frequent interaction with contractors project managers and government personnel
• Dynamic environment with multiple simultaneous projects and shifting priorities

Travel Requirements:

• Travel within Kennedy Space Center to multiple active construction sites
• Occasional local travel as required to support project oversight

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk construction sites for extended periods
• Ability to climb ladders stairs and scaffolding as required
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Other Essential Functions:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision make rational decisions and to exercise good judgement.
• Work attire must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

APT Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability you may use the following email address and/or phone number (256.327.3373) to contact us about your interest in employment with APT Research Inc.

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