Safety Engineer

Ryan Companies US, Inc.•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Safety Engineer to join our Mission Critical team at any number of current locations: Atlanta, Columbus, Ohio, Phoenix, South Bend, Indiana, OR Minneapolis. Do you bring at least 3+ years of successful safety management experience with mission critical projects? Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial real estate who brings a fully integrated and creative design-build approach? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today.

Requirements

Ability to work independently and productively with others.
Individual must possess a good working understanding of OSHA related to the construction industry.
Individual must have a minimum of years of construction management experience or 3 years safety experience within the construction industry.
Good oral communication – effectively relates to individuals or group situations.
Good written skills – able to express ideas and clearly communicate ideas.
Ability to utilize construction technology systems and multiple computer software platforms.
Demonstrates leadership – effective in leading group or individual toward completion of tasks.
Initiative – must be a self-starter and complete tasks with little supervision, take a pro-active approach and develop new and innovative solutions.
OSHA 30-hour construction certificate.
Current first-aid, CPR and AED training from a nationally recognized organization
Associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, risk management, electrical engineering or a related field of study.
Ability to temporarily travel to project locations.
Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of mission critical project systems preferred.
Knowledge of LOTO requirements.
Knowledge of NFPA 70E requirements.
CSP, CSP, CIH, ASP, CHST board certified credential is a plus.

Responsibilities

Interface closely with Mission Critical Campus Safety Manager, Field Managers and employees to implement, monitor and enforce the safety program.
Contribute to the safety and health program management, design, and continual improvement.
Monitors construction activities and advises management on compliance with applicable regulatory rules, regulations, and/or laws.
Collect and monitor project safety programs from all subcontractors that are specific to the project.
Assists in the investigation of all project accidents, incidents and near misses.
Analyzes investigative data and assists in the development of preventive measures to eliminate or control hazards and potential liability.
Assists in the preparation and submittal of accident reports as prescribed by federal, state, client and local regulations.
Conduct regular safety inspections of the project including those with project leadership or other project personnel of the project, equipment, and materials to identify hazards and ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations.
Collects, develops, and disseminates materials and information used in program development and to further safety protection training.
Assist with compiling and distributing statistical reports on safety performance, accident costs and OSHA related fines.
Assist with the development of appropriate databases to perform data analytics in support of operational improvement and zero incident initiatives
Participate in all preconstruction safety meetings and safety committee meetings.
Review JHA’s, PTP’s and permits required by subcontractors.
Conduct project safety orientations, toolbox talks, and all job safety meetings.
Assist in the oversite of safety support personnel assigned to the project.
Conducts safety and health program evaluations of construction activities and advises supervision and management of adequacy and compliance with mandatory rules and regulations.
Assist and provides training and other technical support services on safety related topics for mission critical projects to project supervision.
Assist with implementation of company drug and alcohol testing programs.
Administers and coordinates medical treatment facilities for injured workers.
Provides interface with OSHA.
Assists at each site during compliance inspections.
Assist and coordinate with OSHA Consultation visits, OSHA Partnerships, and programs on construction sites.
Assist and coordinates and participates in all OSHA fines and citation meetings.
Assist in incident investigations including near misses, injuries, property damage, and those impacting the public.