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Safety & Health Manager

Job Overview:
The Safety & Health Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the project Accident Prevention Plan in accordance with contract requirements, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) EM 385-1-1 Safety and Health Requirements Manual, applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and company policies. The Safety & Health Manager serves as the primary authority for all site safety matters and works closely with project management, quality control personnel, subcontractors, and government representatives to ensure a safe work environment and contract compliance.

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Hours:

Applicant shall be available during core work hours as established the Government customer.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enforce policies outlined in Accident Prevention Plan (APP)
• Prepare, update, and administer the APP in accordance with contract requirements and USACE EM 385-1-1.
• Ensure the APP is submitted within required contractual time frames and maintained throughout project performance.
• Conduct periodic reviews and updates of safety plans, procedures, and risk mitigation measures.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with USACE EM 385-1-1, OSHA regulations, federal safety standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Monitor project activities to verify adherence to approved safety procedures and safe work practices.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Manage project hazardous materials and hazardous waste.

Inspections and Hazard Prevention

• Conduct routine site inspections and audits to identify hazards and unsafe conditions.
• Document findings and coordinate corrective actions with project management and subcontractors.
• Verify that corrective actions are completed in a timely manner.
• Stop work when imminent danger conditions or serious safety violations are identified.

Training and Communication

• Conduct safety orientations for employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Provide ongoing safety training, toolbox talks, and awareness programs.
• Promote a positive safety culture and encourage proactive hazard reporting.
• Participate in project meetings and provide safety performance updates.

Incident Management

• Investigate accidents, injuries, near misses, and property damage incidents.
• Prepare required reports and documentation, including ENG Form 3394 and other contract-required reporting forms.
• Coordinate incident response activities and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Maintain incident records and trend analysis data.

Documentation and Recordkeeping

• Maintain project safety records, inspection reports, training documentation, certifications, and incident files.
• Ensure all safety documentation is readily available for Government review upon request.
• Prepare and submit required safety reports to project management and contracting officials.

Coordination and Oversight

• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Superintendent, CQC staff, and subcontractors to integrate safety into all project activities.
• Review subcontractor safety plans and ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Support project planning efforts by identifying and mitigating safety risks before work begins.

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Minimum Requirements /

Education:

• Successful candidate must meet the SSHO requirements in EM385-1-1 2014 edition.
• Five (5) years of continuous construction or general industry safety experience in supervising/ managing construction or general industry managing safety programs or processes or conducting hazard analyses and developing controls.
• Present proof of maintaining competency-eight (8) hours of continuing education per year.
• Present proof of completing 30-hour general industry or construction training.
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and USACE EM 385-1-1 requirements.
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Ability to develop safety plans, procedures, and training programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Active First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.
• Comprehensive understanding of construction safety principles and hazard control methods.
• Ability to interpret contract requirements, safety standards, and technical documents.
• Ability to lead safety initiatives and influence safe behaviors across diverse work forces.
• Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct field inspections in active construction and industrial environments.
• Ability to walk, climb, kneel, stoop, and work…