Safety Manager (Commercial Construction)

Job Summary: 
We are looking for a Safety Manager who will maintain the safety culture we have built.

In this role of Safety Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Regulatory Compliance
• Emergency Response Planning
• Incident Investigation
• Promoting Safety Culture
• Maintaining Records
• Continuous Improvements

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, identify corrective actions, and implement follow-up assessments.
• Plan and implement preventative care, safety, and compliance training programs.
• Plan, implement, and manage comprehensive environmental safety & health programs.
• Provide project management/superintendent teams with guidance on health and safety and confirms project job sites fulfill industry, local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Collaborate with management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as primary contact for project site injury and incident notification, investigation, and case management.
• Maintain a written log of safety inspection activities, reports, and correspondence.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals, internal policies and procedures, and contract documents.
• Conduct accident prevention training & investigations
• Investigate accidents and incidents to find the cause and take preventive measures for further incidents.
• Handle worker's compensation claims in the event of a workplace
• Suggest solutions, improvements, and prevention steps for safety issues.
• Conduct safety meetings with employees
• Develop, evaluate, and upgrade safety programs (keeping the program current)
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• Certified in risk management and health/safety management.
• Thorough knowledge of health and safety laws and guidelines
• Extensive attention to detail and distinguishing safety hazards.
• Ability to provide detailed reports and develop safety procedures.
• Good understanding of data analysis and risk management
• Good organizational leadership and motivational skills
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Ability to recognize when safety conditions need improvement.
• Ability to prioritize tasks especially when managing an accident or incident.

Education & Additional Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Safety & Health or a related field. IH certification preferred.
• Professional BSCP certifications – CSP or ASP
• 3+ years in Construction (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation.
• Understanding of federal, state, and city safety requirements, including OSHA
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at the same time while meeting deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish effective professional relationships with employees and project managers.
• Leadership skills, such as the ability to motivate a team and provide feedback.

Computer Skills:  Proficient with Microsoft Office & Outlook. Procore and Power BI (preferred)