Safety Manager

Safety Manager

The Safety Manager is responsible for supporting the senior safety manager and project team in the successful completion of a construction project. This position assists the project team in managing safety and health processes on a project. This is a safety sensitive position.

Position

Qualifications:

• A 4-year degree is preferred. Occupational Safety and Health degree suggested.
• Recommended minimum of 3 years of experience in safety on commercial construction projects.
• Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) Certification designation is suggested.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel based templates, Prolog, Primavera and Auto Desk Suite.

Essential Duties:

• Effectively communicate with various stakeholders including project owners, insurance carriers, Hensel Phelps staff, craft and trade partners. Attend owner meetings and work with their safety representatives, as necessary.
• Enhance safety culture through participation in executive safety culture charrettes and assisting the CARES (craft safety) committee.
• Assist project team with safety start-up, program development, implementation and management. Work with project team to create and manage the safety budget. Anticipate necessary safety supplies for employees.
• Oversee the safety point file system and documentation. Maintain project statistical data.
• Participate in the six-step quality control/safety process including assisting with activity hazard analyses and participating in follow-up inspections. Focus team members on high-risk activities and work with the area superintendents on ways to control risk.
• Conduct project safety training, as needed, and assist in developing the project safety training schedule. Assist other team members in conducting safety training including tailgate meetings.
• Lead the development and implementation of the project's SAFE program. Analyze project safety trends and work with PS to implement initiatives to address unsafe trends.
• Conduct project safety audits and assist in team audits.
• Personnel evaluation and development.
• Knowledge of construction processes and the roles and responsibilities of all positions.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:

Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.

• Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.

• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.

• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.

• Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.

• The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.

• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.

• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.

• Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.

• Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.

• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.

• Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures

• Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health…