Safety Manager

Description

• Measure safety performance at each subsidiary (Subcontractor) and report to Safety Leadership regularly. Measure safety performance for each field supervisor and report to Safety Leadership
• Oversee the LCG Safety Program and promote the Lee Construction Group Safety for Life culture. Assist with the strategic plan for safety improvement. Facilitate accountability and ownership of safety performance at all levels of our companies.
• Promote a culture of encouraging and welcoming near miss reporting and speaking up for safety concerns. Immediately address employee concerns and take follow-up actions, as necessary
• Provide training support and resources as needed to elevate subcontractor safety culture and performance
• Perform safety orientation for all new employees (or delegate for Spanish). Assist People Ops Team in collecting new hire packets and benefit enrollment paperwork
• Company representation to the construction community for industry safety programs. Responsible to build and maintain the standing and reputation of LCG and Safety for Life in the community.
• Perform annual evaluations of safety team members for review of employee annual evaluations and report results to Safety Leadership
• Represent all subsidiaries to our client and/or general contractors on matters of safety. Write site specific safety plans in coordination with Project Managers
• Observe the value of safety equipment and PPE to ensure the best value and service. Field test new equipment as necessary to get employee input
• Educate and train employees in best practices for safe work environments.
• Provide mentorship and training to Safety Team members as needed
• Manage Safety Team member work tasks and scheduling
• Prepare quarterly reports for Safety Leadership that include a summary of incidents, identified contributing factors and any initiatives or goals established for improvement.
• Ensure LCG Safety Team is supporting field operations effectively
• Investigate all accidents and injuries to determine root causes and corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with pre-construction team to identify safety hazards and plan for protective measures on potential projects
• Assist with workers’ compensation claims, incident investigations, and return to work programs.
• Promote Safety for Life culture as Company representative in dealings with clients, trade partners, Virginia Department of Labor and Industry representatives, and community activities
• Develop training content and implement for managers, supervisors, and field employees to achieve LCG training targets and goals. Training includes but is not limited to: OSHA 10 and 30, First Aid & CPR, driver safety, silica hazards, fall protection, HAZCOM, and scaffold use.
• Ensure pre-task planning and regular site inspections are performed and documented by the project team. Support site safety inspection process through regular Safety Team site visits. Use Company software to document and track safety reports and encourage project team members to utilize the software to document safety reports as well
• Use data and observations from the field identify trends and address issues proactively in collaboration with the Project Team
• Represent company for VOSH and other compliance officers during field inspections and for any safety citation. Attend VWC and VOSH hearings with company counsel. Actively promote and build relationships with VOSH through the voluntary consultation program.

Requirements

• 5 years in commercial construction, including 3 years in a safety management position.
• Public speaking to groups for training. Spanish helpful
• Knowledgeable in a range of conflict resolution tools
• Basic understanding of commercial construction.
• Knowledge of state and federal OSHA regulations and best practices for safety.
• Ability to communicate professionally in verbal and written form
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or safety preferred
• Comfortable with technology and communication systems.
• OSHA 500 authorized trainer.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance