Summary
The Health and Safety Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing safety programs to ensure compliance with all local, state, federal and client-based health and safety regulations on the construction project site. This role involves identifying hazards, conducting risk assessments, leading safety training, and enforcing safety policies to prevent accidents and injuries. The Project Health and Safety Manager will collaborate with Branch and Project management, subcontractors, and craft employees to promote a strong safety culture, investigate incidents, and ensure corrective actions are implemented. The position plays a critical role in protecting personnel, property, and the organization while supporting successful project delivery.This position will sit out of Springdale, AR. Travel will be required as needed.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of the project Health and Safety Management Plan.
Develop and deliver site-specific safety orientation for all employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
Ensure compliance with local, state, federal and client-specific health and safety regulations.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses, and prepare required reports.
Liaise, as necessary, between the Company, client, insurance carriers and regulatory agencies to provide assistance and resolution regarding audits, remedial actions, worker’s compensation claims and other Health and Safety related issues.
Coordinate health and safety efforts with project management, subcontractors, and site supervisors.
Conduct routine site safety inspections and audits to identify hazards, unsafe actions and ensure appropriate control measures are implemented.
Monitor project safety performance and key indicators to provide recommendations to Project Management and Field Supervision when necessary to meet Company Health and Safety standards and goals.
Attend and participate in project management specific meetings to provide safety input.
Attend weekly toolbox talk meetings and pre-shift safety briefs.
Organize and conduct safety training sessions required by regulation or Company Health and Safety policy.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications - Related Education, Experience & Skills
7-10+ years of Safety and Construction experience and OSHA 510/500 certificate
CSHT and CSP safety certification preferred
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state, federal and client-specific health and safety regulations.
Ability to provide strong mentorship skills, fostering the growth and competence of less experienced project Health and Safety team members.
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
