Safety Specialist

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

At HBK Engineering, a Safety Specialist in Midland, TX (West Texas Region) is a dedicated occupational health and safety professional responsible for proactively identifying workplace hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing policies and controls that protect the health, safety, and well-being of all employees. This role focuses exclusively on safety as a primary discipline, bringing technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and strong analytical skills to ensure a safe and compliant work environment across underground facility construction, locating, design, and surveying field activities.

Unlike a Safety Coordinator, who may support safety while balancing broader operational duties, the Safety Specialist’s sole professional emphasis is on assisting with developing, executing, and improving safety programs. This includes conducting field audits, performing incident investigations, analyzing trends, supporting training initiatives, and ensuring adherence to federal, state, and company safety standards. Through strategic guidance, coaching, and continuous monitoring, the Safety Specialist plays a key role in reducing risk, preventing incidents, and fostering a culture of safety excellence across the organization.

• Jobsite visual audits and field worker safety monitoring

• PPE compliance, inventory tracking, ordering, and distribution

• Ensure adherence to Company, OSHA, state, and client safety requirements

• Support safety training delivery and safe tool handling/setup for field crews

• Immediate feedback given for site hazards and corrective actions

• Support project corrective action follow-ups and accident/incident investigations

• Support incident and accident documentation via digital data management systems

• Perform equipment inspection, calibration, and maintenance tracking as needed

• Monitoring high-risk work in varying outdoor weather and field conditions

• Interfacing with client and owner safety representatives as directed by Safety Manager

• Attend weekly project safety meetings in person and virtually

• Schedule daily field routes appropriately to optimize travel across the West Texas region

• Conduct regular, scheduled site audits/visits across the West Texas project footprint
• Exemplify and promote the HBK model of safe work practices and brand integrity
• Maintain clear lines of communication with direct supervisors, safety managers, operations teams, and clients
• Attend weekly project meetings and assist in accident/incident investigations as required
• Suggest continuous system improvements for field safety and equipment management
• Maintain accurate inventory tracking, equipment calibrations, and electronic documentation
• Flexible to handle on-call, after-hours emergency response, night, or weekend work as needed
• Demonstrated working knowledge of OSHA, federal, state, and local safety standards
• Proficiency with digital data capture tools, mobile tech devices, and MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to interact with field crews, clients, and leadership
• Experience delivering safety training or presenting to groups
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound field judgment
• Physical Stamina:
  • Ability to travel frequently between project sites, drive for extended periods, and work outdoors in all weather conditions (including high heat/humidity and uneven terrain)
  • Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs

• Current OSHA 30 Certification required
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a dedicated, safety-specific role
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in utility engineering, inspection, or construction field operations
• High School diploma or GED required (Associate or Bachelor’s degree is a plus)
• Valid driver’s license
• Other duties as assigned by Safety Manager

• Access to industry-leading software, training resources, and career-development pathways.
• Inclusive, team-oriented culture with opportunities to participate in HBK Impact and other company initiatives.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more - tailored for early-career professionals.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.