Safety Engineer

Menard USA

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Construction Management, or related field.
  • 2-3 years of related experience preferred, or equivalent education and experience.
  • Working knowledge of construction safety principles and OSHA regulations.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and computer skills.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and multitask.

Responsibilities

  • Support and promote safety culture among coworkers and clients.
  • Assist project teams with safety pre-planning during scope reviews and pre-construction meetings.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations through field operations.
  • Develop and update Safe Work Practices in collaboration with field operations.
  • Conduct incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
  • Perform site hazard inspections and complete necessary reports.
  • Provide administrative and technical direction on the safety program.

Benefits

  • Invaluable experience in safety management within the construction sector.
  • Opportunity for professional development through direct involvement in safety audits and training programs.
  • Engagement with a variety of project teams, enhancing collaboration skills across departments.
  • Potential for travel (50-70%) offering exposure to different worksites and environments.
  • Contribution to a strong safety culture, influencing long-term safety practices in the industry.
Full Job Description
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Supporting all safety efforts and promoting Company safety culture to all levels of coworkers and clients.
  • Assisting project teams with coordinating activities to ensure they are pre-planned for safety through scope review and pre-construction meetings.
  • Working with field operations teams to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
  • Working with field operations to develop and update Safe Work Practices.
  • Assisting in incident investigations and corrective actions.
  • Conducting site hazard inspections of work operations and completing required reports and notifications.
  • Providing administrative and technical direction and updates on the safety program.
  • Assisting project management teams to ensure compliance with all safety policies.
  • Conducting and participating in safety audits.
  • Responsible for tracking and ordering safety supplies and materials as needed.
  • Conducting training and assisting in the onboarding process.
  • Attending pre-construction meetings, progress meetings and other required meetings.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Working knowledge of construction safety principles, techniques and methods.
  • Practical knowledge of OSHA laws, regulations and policies.
  • Ability to identify known potential exposures and recommend corrective action.
  • Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
  • Leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage time and multi-task.
  • Travel will be required for this position (50-70%).


Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Construction Management or related field, plus 2-3 years of related experience preferred.

-OR- any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

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