Construction Safety Inspector - Night shift

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Night Safety Inspector to support construction projects during nighttime operations. The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the project team, ensuring that contractors, subcontractors, and project personnel comply with all applicable safety requirements, regulations, and site-specific safety programs. The Night Safety Inspector will provide field oversight of construction activities, conduct safety inspections and audits, identify hazards, investigate incidents, and collaborate with project stakeholders to foster a strong culture of safety.

This position requires a proactive professional capable of working independently in an active construction environment while maintaining the highest standards of safety performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and comprehensive inspections of construction activities to verify compliance with OSHA regulations, client requirements, and project-specific safety plans.
• Monitor contractor adherence to approved Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Safe Work Plans.
• Verify implementation of required protective measures and safe work practices.
• Identify unsafe conditions and behaviors and ensure timely corrective actions are implemented.
• Stop work when imminent danger situations are identified.
• Perform daily safety walkthroughs of active construction work areas.
• Conduct documented safety audits of contractors, subcontractors, equipment, and work operations.
• Monitor excavation activities, fall protection systems, crane and rigging operations, confined space entry, electrical work, and work zone safety.
• Review housekeeping, material storage, access control, and site logistics for compliance with established standards.
• Track and verify closure of safety observations and corrective actions.
• Review contractor safety documentation and daily pre-task plans.
• Monitor high-risk activities commonly scheduled during nighttime operations, including roadway closures, utility work, structural repairs, maintenance of traffic, and equipment-intensive work.
• Coordinate closely with project management and contractor supervision regarding changing site conditions and emerging risks.
• Verify public safety measures are maintained during night operations.
• Prepare daily safety reports documenting observations, inspections, audits, incidents, and corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of safety meetings, inspections, training verification, and compliance activities.
• Track project safety metrics and trends.
• Develop field reports and communicate findings to project leadership and client representatives.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through mentoring, coaching, and engagement with project personnel.
• Lead or participate in safety stand-downs, awareness campaigns, and special emphasis programs.
• Support Jacobs' BeyondZero® and client safety initiatives.
• Encourage continuous improvement through observation and feedback programs.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible construction safety experience, including field safety inspection and compliance oversight.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926).
• Experience supporting large construction, infrastructure, utility, transportation, industrial, or facility projects.
• Demonstrated ability to identify risks and implement effective mitigation measures.
• Experience conducting safety audits, investigations, and compliance inspections.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic safety management systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to access project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Hygiene, or a related field.
• OSHA 500, OSHA 510, CHST, CSP, ASP, CSHO, or equivalent professional safety certification.
• Experience with owner-led construction management programs.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance and industrial hygiene practices.
• Experience managing construction safety activities within occupied facilities or active transportation corridors.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certification. Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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