Safety Manager

George J. Igel & Co., Inc.•Columbus, OH

12d•$65,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Safety Manager supports efforts to provide a safe workplace for Company employees and subcontractors. They also help ensure compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations, as well as the safety rules and requirements of the Company’s clients. The Safety Manager mentors and supervises Safety Specialist I and II personnel in the department. This person should consistently demonstrate Integrity, Gratitude, Excellence, and Leadership.

Requirements

Knowledge of construction methods, materials, and site logistics.
Skilled communicator and mentor, skilled in conflict resolution, skilled problem solver, and skilled in handling sensitive and confidential information with a high level of discretion
Skilled in maintaining strong organizational and time management
Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally
Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with others
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Ability to use company technology and systems
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and climb for extended periods
Ability to maintain balance and coordination on uneven or slippery surfaces
Ability to work around loud noises and heavy machinery
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
High school diploma
Seven (7) to ten (10) years’ experience in construction required
Must have reliable transportation
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. (George J. Igel & Co., Inc. is a SUPR Drug-Free Workplace and tests for marijuana)
Must be willing to sign a confidentiality agreement upon
Must maintain an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) that meets the Company’s eligibility

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Familiarity with OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and MUTCD preferred
OSHA 500 and OSHA 510 preferred
Construction Health and Safety Technician or Certified Safety Professional designation by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals

Responsibilities

Supervises at least one Safety Specialist I and/or Safety Specialist II
Manages an assigned corporate safety responsibility beyond the jobsite
Holds regular touchbases with assigned safety team members
Attends internal and external meetings
Performs regular jobsite safety audits and completes any necessary remediation within 48 hours of identifying a hazard
Manages owner/CM-specific paperwork onsite and ensures compliance with timely submission
Represents the Company in the event of an OSHA inspection
Attends Morning Huddles and provides constructive feedback, including incident follow-up for the project
Attends onsite safety meetings as required
Operates the Company Incident Line, as required
Performs all safety compliance-related training
Addresses safety hazards as they occur, working with onsite crews to implement necessary modifications for compliance and safe practices
Identifies respirator needs and ensures compliance with medical evaluations and annual fit testing
Identifies opportunities to collect industrial hygiene data and coordinates with third-party providers
Is familiar with and educates employees on the use of Company safety forms
Manages risk
Investigates equipment and auto accidents
Assists in the enrollment of subcontractors to appropriate wrap-up insurance administrators
Provides initial responder care for injured workers and subcontractors onsite
Maintains communication with injured workers and the company to support a safe return to work
Maintains adequate onsite supplies for field personnel
Collaborates with Field Leadership to support safety efforts and assist with onsite management as needed
Maintains all certifications required for jobsite approval as a site-safety professional
Assists with project-specific orientation as needed
Knows, enforces, and adheres to all company policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned