Project Safety Manager

Gaylor Electric•Carlisle, IN

About The Position

The Project Safety Manager implements and enforces company and/or customer safety programs and procedures to reduce work-related accidents and injuries, emphasizing prevention. The role requires travel and reports directly to the corporate Safety Manager. It is responsible for the project’s safety culture and continuity of safety-related administration, including safety orientations, accident drug-screen appointments, employee safety and evaluation records, accident investigations and reporting, safety guidance, personnel discipline procedures, regulatory compliance, and presentations. The position maintains relationships with trade associations and customers’ insurance companies and interacts with federal and state agencies. It supports safety programs across projects, conducts job-site inspections and accident investigations, maintains safety records and OSHA logs, coordinates training and certifications, and administers programs including Toolbox Talks, Hazcom, substance-abuse testing, directed care, and light duty. It also assists with subcontractor guidance, vehicle safety, PPE, safety awards, and other project-related safety activities.

Requirements

High school graduate, GED holder, or equivalent studies/experience.
At least 5 years of previous construction safety experience.
Knowledge of construction OSHA rules, regulations, and record keeping.
Strong administrative, computer, organizational, and communication skills.
High-level interpersonal relationship skills and proficiency in communication and organization.
Technology and computer proficiency.
OSHA 30 Construction certification.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
BSCP certification.
License where required by state.
Ability to work scheduled hours of 40 hours per week and overtime on short notice.
Ability to work well with others as a team member and remain calm in heightened emotional situations.
Ability to use construction-site sanitary facilities and wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to perform repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers; bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead; maintain good vision and hearing (normal or corrected); work while constantly moving on one’s feet; and reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 510 certification preferred.
BSCP (CHST preferred).
10 or more years of previous construction safety experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement and enforce company and customer safety programs and procedures to prevent work-related accidents and injuries.
Support the project safety culture and continuity of project administration, including safety orientations, accident drug-screen appointments, employee records, accident reporting, safety guidance, personnel discipline procedures, regulatory compliance, and presentations.
Maintain relationships with trade associations and customers’ insurance companies, and interact with federal and state agencies.
Participate in loss-control programs involving employee injuries, health claims, equipment and material damage, job-site security, and employee safety training.
Enforce company safety policies and procedures and participate in special projects.
Prepare statistical reports and maintain records and files for reporting and auditing.
Handle safety inquiries and situations, prepare correspondence and reports, and coordinate safety program information for company and customer programs.
Assist the Education Department with safety training, OSHA training, and safety certifications.
Conduct routine job-site safety inspections and assist project and department members with safety activities.
Evaluate safety program results and determine appropriate actions; organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines and operate within an authorized budget.
Oversee the Company Toolbox Talks program, selecting and distributing topics for timely presentation.
Maintain and post the OSHA 300 log as required.
Conduct timely accident investigations and take actions defined by company policy.
Manage and maintain the project Hazcom Program, including MSDS sheets, project records, and start-up kits.
Maintain employee safety training and certificate records and provide information to the Education Department as directed.
Attend OSHA appeals if requested.
Oversee and conduct the directed care program as needed and offer light-duty programs after injuries where appropriate.
Monitor the company substance-abuse program and schedule random drug screens as directed.
Assist with company vehicle safety and vehicle inspections.
Provide safety guidance to subcontractors as needed.
Provide and oversee company PPE as directed.
Assist management with company and employee safety awards and bonuses.
Arrange meetings and conferences as directed; maintain documentation, confidentiality, and assigned computer data.