Safety Manager, Construction in Poole

About Us: We are one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States. Our construction and service (mechanical and electrical) experience includes a broad range of commercial and government projects, including data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

Job Summary:

• Location: Richmond, VA 23224
• Reports to: Director, Loss Control
• FLSA Status: Full–Time / Exempt
• Work Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Mon. – Fri.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report to the Director of Loss Control.
• Oversee and manage safety compliance contractually and within Federal and State laws for various project sites.
• Lead and oversee the investigation of accidents to identify causes or to determine how such accidents might be prevented in the future.
• Conduct site safety inspections or evaluate workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
• Provide education and training in safety‑related content.
• Consistently update Health And Safety Plans (HASP), Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) and other safety documentation, and compliance objectives as needed.
• Manage SMIS data entry for injury reporting and other required reporting.
• Administer Fleet Program record keeping.
• Schedule and conduct safety training, toolbox talks, and ensure all applicable employees have the appropriate training certifications.
• Assist the project team and safety lead with scheduled and unscheduled safety audits at all job sites; enforce safety program and report violations.
• Participate in daily safety checklists for tools, equipment, and fleet.
• Promote a zero‑accident environment for all company activities.
• Coordinate drug and alcohol testing as required by company policy and contractual requirements.
• Meet background check and fitness‑for‑duty requirements set by projects/customers.
• Hold a valid state driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be work authorized in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Preferred Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree in health and safety and/or environmental or related discipline.
• 5‑10 years experience in a safety‑related department or field in the construction industry.
• Familiarity with Health And Safety Plans (HASP) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Completion of OSHA 510 and OSHA 500.
• OSHA 30‑hour construction safety class or equivalent and maintain competency through 24 hours of formal safety and health coursework every four years.
• Familiarity with construction industry regulations and practices.
• CHST, STS, OSHA 500 are a plus.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Working knowledge of project and financial software is a plus.

Required Attributes:

• Integrity, honesty, professionalism, and appropriate concern regarding sensitive information.
• Team orientation, flexibility, and willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
• Professional self‑discipline, initiative, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Prioritization and organization in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment.
• Build positive relationships with employees, management, suppliers, and customers.
• Commitment to company values and safety culture.

Language Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English and collaborate with multiple levels of customers, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors, and suppliers.

Physical Demands:

• Must regularly sit, see, talk, and hear. Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls. Walk, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as required.
• May occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds. Requires close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision.
• Required to commute to field locations and navigate job site locations.

Work Environment:

• Work may involve outdoor work, exposure to wet/humid conditions, mechanical and electrical parts, high places, dust, fumes, toxic chemicals, weather, sunlight, cold, heat, electrical shock, vibration. Noise level usually moderate to loud.

Benefits:

• We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled