About the role#
Brinkmann Constructors hires Safety Interns to work directly with our Senior Safety Managers and Safety Managers. This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship with a rolling start date. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting our corporate safety management program and ensuring compliance with government and company regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the development and implementation of job-specific safety plans.
- Conduct documented project safety and health inspections on job sites.
- Monitor the safety efforts of both subcontractors and Brinkmann employees.
- Attend weekly subcontractor meetings to stay involved in project progress.
- Review onsite records and reports to ensure they are accurate and submitted on time.
- Coordinate inspections with internal and external representatives.
- Assist with the claims process and address safety issues as they arise.
- Schedule jobsite visits and safety audits.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Environmental Safety, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of computers, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work with all levels of the organization, from craft workers to leadership.
- Capability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in various climates and environments.
- Willingness to travel and relocate as required.
- Prior internship or work experience in the construction industry is preferred.
- Knowledge of construction safety and OSHA requirements is preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: St. Louis, MO; Denver, CO; Richmond, VA; Kansas City, MO; Phoenix, AZ; Sarasota, FL.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This position requires regular, reliable attendance and the ability to perform work safely in a field office or outdoor construction environment.
About Brinkmann Constructors
Brinkmann Constructors is a construction firm based in Chesterfield, Missouri. Founded in 1984, the company operates as an employee-owned business. It provides services including preconstruction, design-build, and general contracting. The firm employs 575 people across multiple office locations in the United States.
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