Safety Manager

Description

• Evaluates field and staff training needs and develops employee safety training programs and documentation to fit those needs. Assures that all employees receive a thorough orientation to the safety program and provides continuing safety education. Works with the safety team to instruct and train employees in the recognition of unsafe conditions, elimination of hazards, specific safe work methods, and the Company’s safety policies.
• Plans and implements safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Stays informed of new electrical and safety codes, techniques, and practices.
• Develops and maintains strong, positive working relationships with all stakeholders. Provides leadership to field employees and project managers with hazard analysis and safe work method pre-planning.
• Creates, implements, and communicates high quality safety and claims strategies, programs, policies, and procedures designed to assure compliance with the most updated rules and regulations of federal, state, and local agencies. Annually evaluates the performance of the Company safety and claims programs, utilizing trend analysis and overall progress of these programs.
• Utilizes EHS Insight safety software in collaboration with project teams, leadership, and customers for incident events, training, safety audits, driver MVR document management, drug testing documentation, and security backgrounds. Analyzes and shares leading and lagging indicator data and reports with leadership and project teams.
• Provides leadership and support for all safety software systems and ensures applicable training, implementation, and safety analysis is being conducted. Records and maintains all safety documentation in the Safety Management System. Ensures all safety programs and OSHA requirements are followed. Maintains required certifications and licensing.
• Directs and participates in safety inspections and audits of job sites for recognition and correction of safety hazards. Provides uniform direction of accepted safety practices throughout the Company and identifies opportunities to promote and recognize employees who conduct themselves in a safe and professional manner throughout the organization.
• Works closely with senior management to direct the development of an effective safety strategy to assess and mitigate strategic and operational safety and security-related threats/risks, manage crises, claims and incidents and to appropriately safeguard the organization. Advises leadership of trends and actions to reduce injuries; provides leadership with information to aid in reduction of incidents and improve safety.
• Monitors claim investigations, medical reports and partnerships with claims adjusters and legal counsel to ensure successful claims resolutions are being practiced and processed. Monitors records for occupational injuries, medical treatment, and light duty situations to ensure quality and appropriate practices and procedures are being followed regarding claims management.
• Provides leadership to major incident responses including incident command, investigation, and media spokesperson responsibilities. Partners with the claims manager to investigate all incidents and identify hazards, training issues, and/or fraudulent claims. Performs and reviews incident reports periodically to identify patterns, determine root causes, and takes appropriate corrective actions.
• Provides oversight of DOT regulatory compliance, including driver’s qualification files, DOT drug testing and driver safety. Manages OSHA, MSHA, DOT and other regulatory inspections and related follow-up procedures.
• Advises project management team and safety leadership on safety compliance concerns and preventative actions. Works with management and the safety team to hold employees accountable to Company safety policies/procedures and regulatory compliance and provides coaching assistance on employee disciplinary safety issues.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to diagnose problems with critical thinking skills and detail orientation, and to drive timely and appropriate solutions with self-initiative and sensitivity.
• Has a safety-first mindset and promotes a safety-first culture across the organization.
• Excellent computer, communication, and training skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Has exceptional communication skills, able to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Travel to project sites is required, which may include temporary relocation for the duration of the project.
• Basic project management experience and skills. Understanding of the project life cycle.
• Strong and professional team player, with effective collaboration, organizational and relationship-building skills. Experience building strong internal and external business partner relationships and teaming with cross-functional managers and employees across the business.
• In-depth knowledge of construction and general industry safety standards and procedures, including OSHA, MSHA, DOT, Worker’s Compensation, NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 70E safety rules and regulations.
• Minimum 3-5 years of work experience in building and electrical construction.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in safety, environmental health, construction safety management, or a related field.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance