Safety Advisor

Safety Management Group, LLC•Washington, DC

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401k with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products. SMG seeks a local Safety Advisor – Construction in the DC Metro Area. The key function of a Safety Advisor is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change and travel. The Associate in this role will work in a construction environment. This position will support several projects in the DC Metro area. The hybrid role includes fieldwork, office, and work from home. This role is one of five team members, creating a high-energy, collaborative, and diverse work environment. This team will not fall to the status quo; this team is challenged to be innovative and creative.

Requirements

CHST Required - SMG will reimburse the CHST exam costs and annual fees. Successful candidates must pass the CHST exam within 90 days of hire as a condition of employment.
Five-plus years of Construction safety experience
Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities
Proficient with technology and Microsoft Office
Motivated and self-driven
Physical Demands of the job may include
Moving about long distances
Ascending/Descending stairs and ladders
Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
Working in extreme weather
Being exposed to loud noises
Wearing personal protective gear correctly

Responsibilities

Facilitate the safety portion of the pre-bid, pre-construction, and monthly progress meetings
Conduct safety leadership training for all management personnel
Review contractor project-specific safety plans
Create and deliver training to increase industry knowledge, worker participation, and claim reduction
Identify performance improvement initiatives
Cultivate an engaged and informed safety culture
Review risk assessments on high-hazard work activities
Ensure all contractors are enrolled in the Rolling OCIP
Conduct accident investigations to determine causal factors and a safe plan of action
Review the emergency action plan for each active site
Conduct a periodic claims analysis
Conduct quarterly performance and climate assessments
Collaborate with the contractors to reduce and eliminate Potential Serious Incidents and Fatality events
Conduct daily site inspections with detailed reports
Remain or become connected to the local construction community with association involvement and interaction