The Project Safety Manager will be responsible for oversight of the project safety disciplines and monitor day-to-day construction operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Instill Safety as a top priority by monitoring and maintaining a safe work environment

•  Implement and oversee the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures

• Conduct training, including new hire orientation and safety meetings

• Monitor all heavy construction work for compliance with safety requirements

• Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines, and ensure cost control measures are being followed

• Embody the Ames approach to Safety, being constantly vigilant of conditions and work practices, being empowered to stop all unsafe work

• Assess risk management and investigate incidents

• Provide and analyze project safety statistics

• Assist Project Manager with project setups

• Communicate with client and subcontractors

• Collaborate with regional safety team

• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education & Skills

• Five plus (5+) years of experience in a construction safety supervisorial role

• Highly knowledgeable in all aspects of civil construction

• OSHA 500 or equivalent preferred

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety preferred

• Certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals preferred

• Strong communication skills both written and oral

• Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills

Working Conditions

• Location 6 This position is geographically located in Ohio. Subsequent projects are nationally based.

• Construction Site Environment 6 physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Exposed to high noise levels

• Office Environment 6 extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally

Total Rewards

People are the most important asset at Ames Construction.

• Base salary varies depending on many factors, including experience, skills, and knowledge.

• This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus.

• Ames offers generous retirement benefits, including Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) participation and a 401k match.

• Ames' non-craft health benefits package is designed so that our team members flourish, with medical, dental, and vision (all at one low premium), voluntary benefits, company holidays, and paid time off. Please see the Benefits section of our Careers page for more information.