Safety Professional III - Rochester, MN

Safety Specialist III

Location: Rochester, MN

Status of Hire: full-time, direct hire, salaried exempt

Pay: $105-120k

Industry: construction, healthcare

Software: Pro Core, Hammertech, Energy Wheel

Join North America's top privately owned General Contractor in a Safety Specialist III role supporting a mega healthcare construction in Rochester, MN and the Midwest!

• Promotes safety culture
• Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, JHA review, STAs, etc.
• Ensures contractors meet safety submittal requirements
• Ensures contractor compliance with safety plan & expectations
• Maintains all safety related documentation
• Makes recommendations concerning situations hazardous to employee safety or health
• Utilizes Safety Net to audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan
• Performs at least 15 Safety Net inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection
• Provides safety training to project teams for company, client, and OSHA requirements
• Investigates all accidents/near misses and completes all paperwork required
• Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources
• Serves as project liaison and manages project correspondence with Insurance carriers
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred
• 3-5 years of construction safety management experience
• ASP or CHST certification desired
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficient knowledge of construction safety principles, techniques, and methods
• Practical knowledge of OSHA laws, regulations, and policies
• Capable of identifying known potential exposures and recommending corrective action
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Must be authorized to work in the United States, client is not able to offer sponsorship at this time

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.