The Construction Safety Manager is responsible for the overall health and safety of personnel on-site and in the Wight Offices. You will develop, implement, and lead safety initiatives that comply with all local, state, and federal regulations while fostering a proactive culture of risk prevention and accountability.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Policy Development: Collaborate with project teams to develop site-specific safety plans (SSSP) and emergency procedures for each project.
- Leadership: Champion a proactive safety culture and drive accountability at all organizational levels.
- Program Management: Monitor safety metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate effectiveness and report trends to senior leadership.
- Regulatory Reporting: Stay current on emerging industry standards, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting construction safety.
- Field Oversight: Conduct safety inspections and comprehensive audits to identify hazardous conditions or non-compliant behaviors.
- Team Education: Facilitate safety orientations for new hires, and specialized training (e.g., fall protection, scaffolding, or confined spaces).
- Incident Management: Lead the investigation of any accidents or near-misses, perform root-cause analysis, and document findings to prevent future occurrences.
- Compliance: Maintain all required OSHA documentation, including 300 logs, and ensure the project remains in total compliance with safety legislation.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for insurance carriers, OSHA inspectors, and internal leadership regarding safety metrics.
BACKGROUND & EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS:- Education: Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
- Experience: 5+ years of dedicated safety experience in a construction environment (commercial preferred).
- Certifications:
- OSHA 30-Hour (Construction) is required.
- CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) preferred.
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
KEY SKILLS- Technical Proficiency: Ability to use safety management software (like Procore) for reporting and tracking.
- Communication:Strong ability to relay complex safety protocols clearly to diverse groups, from field laborers to executives.
- Problem Solving: Quick thinking to mitigate immediate hazards without halting project momentum unnecessarily.
Salary Range: $105,000 - $135,000. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.
Wight & Company offers excellent benefits and a wonderful work environment. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k). Our flexible work schedule allows for a healthy work-life balance. For more information about our company, visit our website at www.wightco.com.
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