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Job Description

The Airside Safety Officer is responsible for the safety performance and safety development of their assigned business units and direct reports and will be located in Dallas, TX. This will be a night position/graveyard role. This individual is a safety resource at the project, business unit and corporate levels. This individual regularly assesses the safety needs of their assigned airport/airside projects and utilizes their assigned resources to meet those needs. This individual also participates in developing DFW-DCC safety program and safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage direct report work loads based on project volume, project need and additional department responsibilities and make staffing recommendations accordingly
• Conduct regular check ins and yearly performance evaluations for all direct reports
• Assess training and learning needs for direct reports
• Train and support Safety Department members as needed
• Review career path goals with team members, providing feedback on career development
• Manage outside consultant project needs and performance
• Able to determine and fulfill the safety needs of multiple projects and/or business units.
• Able to evaluate the inspection performance of other department members and project team members.
• Evaluate hazard and incident data to identify trends and create focus on specific project and corporate safety needs.
• Set safety inspection criteria and expectations and measure/evaluate performance
• Mentor Operations/Site Operations in safety inspection process
• Evaluate project compliance with federal, state, local, corporate and client safety regulations and procedures.
• Identify and address safety needs and challenges associated with future project work.
• Evaluate and address safety performance of subcontractors working on DFW-DCC projects
• Review project safety inspections with airside operations
• Regularly analyze and interpret inspection and incident data to identify business unit safety trends and make recommendations to address them
• Distribute project safety inspections to key Project Team members and subcontractors
• Distribute open issue summary and evaluation for projects and business units
• Research/evaluate OSHA current and future regulations to address project needs
• Lead OSHA or third party safety inspections independently
• Lead crisis or accident/incident response and investigation independently
• Able to develop, select and deliver safety toolbox meetings and/or project safety orientations effectively
• Able to evaluate and coach others on toolbox and orientation delivery
• Enforce safety requirements with DFW-DCC and subcontractor workforce and supervision
• Evaluate project safety policies for effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities
• Deliver “Just In Time” on site safety training
• Review and develop common and complex task Job Hazard Analysis independently
• Assist with safety planning as part of preconstruction process
• Lead select subcontractor safety preconstruction meetings
• Identify and address special needs for Site Specific Safety Plans
• Participates in project safety and subcontractor meetings as needed
• Development project safety orientations that address special client or condition requirements
• Elevates safety concerns appropriately as needed
• Audits usage of project safety signage and provides recommendations
• Provides audit and review of project documentation requirements and can enact improvements as needed.
• Problem Solve: Able to research to obtain information to resolve safety related issues independently
• Identifies or selects special safety/protective equipment for projects independently
• Collaborates with project team to execute project wide safety stand downs
• Able to identify and arrange for specific safety training to meet project or business unit needs
• Is a technical resource to all members of the safety department and site operations
• Evaluate inspection process performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Can conduct and develop in-house safety training
• Identifies corporate safety/protective equipment needs
• Research and trial of new safety related products
• Responsible for monthly safety summary of assigned construction projects
• Acts as prime point of contact for processes within the safety department
• Create and maintain positive working relationships with DFW-DCC Project Teams and subcontractors
• Respond to safety concerns from client, tenants or impacted members of the public
• Assist/collaborate with other portions of the corporate Risk Management Team as needed
• Participate in safety and/or construction professional organization meetings

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in safety or a related field + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Must be willing to work graveyard/night shift
• Motor Vehicle Check is required for this position  

Preferred

Qualifications

• CHST, CSP or equivalent professional safety designation
• First Aid/CPR certification
• OSHA 10 & 30 Hour for construction. OSHA 500 preferred
• 8 or more years of construction safety experience. Other professional experience/skills may act as a substitute. Airfield experience a plus
• Shows comprehensive understanding of high hazard technical areas (cranes, fall protection, scaffold, excavation, electrical)
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple business unit needs, tasks, projects and demands
• Able to handle confidential information
• Adapts to flexible and changing schedules
• Strong analytical and research skills to define and solve problems
• Works well independently
• Willingness to respond to emergency or crisis conditions
• Able to work under various environmental or site conditions
• Able to navigate stairs, ladders and uneven floors or ground conditions
• Sets an example for safe work practices on and off of work sites

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options ,  well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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