Regional Safety Advisor
About The Position
SMG seeks a Regional Safety Advisor – Construction & General Industry based in the Charlotte, North Carolina area to support clients throughout the Southeast region. The Associate will work in both construction and general industry environments, prioritizing client needs, working collaboratively, managing work independently, and adapting to change and travel. The role includes supporting multiple client accounts, providing ongoing Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) assistance, and serving as a trusted safety resource for client organizations. The position is based in the Charlotte area and involves travel to client sites throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and surrounding states. Approximately 25% overnight travel is expected, depending on client needs and project schedules. The role primarily works Monday through Friday, with weekend work when needed, and entails 40-plus hours per week. Full-time, benefitted Associates may receive premium pay after working 40 billable hours in a week, at a 1.35 multiplier. Annual pay and merit reviews/increases are provided.
Requirements
- At least four years of construction and/or general industry safety experience.
- Experience reviewing and developing safety programs.
- Experience providing training and conducting site audits.
- First-aid/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.
- OSHA 30-hour Construction training.
- Ability to travel regionally, including approximately 25% overnight travel.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in safety or a related field is preferred.
- CSP, CHST, STS-C, or ASP certification is preferred but not required.
- OSHA 510 is preferred.
- Bilingual ability is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support multiple client accounts across North Carolina and the surrounding Southeast region in construction and general industry environments.
- Provide ongoing Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) support to assigned clients.
- Conduct jobsite and facility safety assessments and audits.
- Identify workplace hazards and recommend practical risk reduction solutions.
- Assist clients with OSHA compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Develop, review, and update written safety programs, policies, and procedures.
- Deliver safety training and education to employees and supervisors.
- Conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses.
- Support the development and implementation of corrective actions.
- Provide day-to-day safety guidance and technical support.
- Partner with client leadership, supervisors, and employees to understand operational risks.
- Evaluate safety performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Develop recommendations to strengthen safety culture and performance.
- Independently manage multiple client accounts and priorities.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive and professional service.
- Prepare professional reports, assessments, findings, and recommendations.
- Coordinate additional technical resources and subject matter experts when specialized support is needed.
- Travel throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and surrounding states to support client operations and projects, including overnight travel as required.
- Serve as a trusted safety advisor and resource for client organizations.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid holidays
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Additional supplemental products
- Premium pay after 40 billable hours in a week at a 1.35 multiplier for eligible full-time, benefitted Associates
- Annual pay and merit review/increase
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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