The Safety Manager is responsible for coordinating, administering and implementing NOVO Constructions Site Specific Environmental Health and Safety Program. This role will report to the NOVO Construction corporate EH&S Director and will work closely with the Superintendents, Project Managers and clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: These duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Perform frequent safety inspections of multiple project sites including reviewing documentation to insure all required on-site records and reports are complete, accurate and submitted per established procedures.
- Provide safety expertise and coaching in effective hazard identification and resolution.
- Prepare professional reports and recommend corrective actions in response to all identified deficiencies and requests for safety assistance.
- Ensure the safety of employees, subcontractors, clients and the general public on the project.
- Ensure compliance to NOVO Construction, Inc. Safety and Occupational Health requirements, and federal, state and local regulations.
- Develop, coordinate, and implement project specific safety plans with project superintendents to comply with customer and regulatory requirements.
- Perform comprehensive, in-depth incident investigation reports of incidents and near misses, identify root causes, develop and implement measures to prevent recurrence, and follow up to ensure long-term resolution.
- Conduct documented safety briefings, trainings, and testing for all employees.
- Coordinate with project team and clients to ensure all safety requirements are identified, communicated to employees, and fulfilled.
- Ensure subcontractors understand and meet NOVO Construction, Inc. safety expectations.
- Support the project team regarding safety efforts on the project and promote NOVO Construction, Inc. safety culture.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: - OSHA 30 Hour Construction Certification.
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
- Professional Safety Certification (i.e.: Construction Health & Safety Technician • CHST) preferred.
- OSHA 500 Certification preferred.
- Other professional OSHA training and competency in managing crane, fall protection, excavation, scaffolds, confined space, and heavy equipment safety preferred.
- 5 years of full-time commercial construction experience preferred.
- Experience working for a general or subcontractor on multi-million dollar projects preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: - Ability to recognize hazardous situations & recommend corrective measures.
- Solid understanding of construction practices and procedures including federal, state and local regulations.
- Proficient in using a computer, tablet, cell phone and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Sharp problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a deadline driven environment.
- Proactive/Time management skills.
- Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
- Professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, subcontractors, and others
- Must be able, comfortable, and familiar being on active construction sites
