Minimum of 3 years of technical experience or an associate degree in occupational health/safety
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Familiarity with OSHA & ANSI regulatory standards
Ability to instruct and facilitate SH&E training courses
Strong written and oral communication skills
Commitment to an employee-owned culture
Responsibilities
Prepare and implement site-specific safety plans aligned with corporate SH&E programs
Train project managers on subconsultant safety requirements and review their documentation
Support project teams in identifying and mitigating SH&E-related risks
Educate local safety coordinators on company safety program requirements
Conduct SH&E audits, inspections, and incident investigations
Facilitate SH&E training on various safety topics
Report safety performance metrics to management
Travel within the assigned area to support projects and teams
Benefits
Employee-owned culture
Opportunities for professional development
Supportive team environment
Engagement in safety culture initiatives
Regular training and skill enhancement opportunities
Full Job Description
In the role of Area Safety Manager, we'll count on you to:
Demonstrate proficiency in preparing, reviewing, and supporting implementation of site-specific safety plans consistent with HDR's corporate Safety, Health & Environmental (SH&E) program and in assisting project managers and field teams with the development and review of Job Hazard Analysis.
Train and assist project managers on subconsultant safety requirements and provide a review of their plans and documentation.
Support project development teams in reviewing pursuits in order to identify, plan for, and mitigate SH&E related risk.
Understand company requirements for safety program implementation and educate and support local safety coordinators in meeting these requirements.
Demonstrate proficiency in SH&E auditing, inspection, and incident investigation protocols in field and office settings.
Be capable of facilitating and delivering SH&E training, including but not limited to permit-required confined spaces, control of hazardous energy, fall protection, and first aid/CPR.
Display working knowledge of applicable US Federal (i.e., EPA, OSHA, DoD) and/or state rules and regulations, as well as industry consensus standards.
Support area leadership team in strengthening SH&E culture initiatives.
Frequently report leading and lagging safety performance indicator metrics to area operations and business group management.
Office in St. Louis Park, Minnesota and travel regularly within the assigned geographic area to support projects, field teams, and office locations. Up to 25% travel expected.
Perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous SH&E work experience in construction, mining/tunneling, water infrastructure, DOT, Oil and Gas, and/or AEC firm.
Strong competency in hazard recognition and control for confined spaces, fall protection, excavation and trenching, electrical hazards, and other high-risk tasks and activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years technical experience or educational equivalent (minimum of associate degree) in occupational health/safety related field
Extensive knowledge and application of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of OSHA & ANSI regulatory standards
Ability to instruct and facilitate Safety, Health and Environmental training courses
Team-oriented with exceptional written and oral skills in support of company SH&E requirements
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
About HDR
HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
