Safety Manager in Savannah, GA

Milco National Constructors•Rincon, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Graywolf Integrated Construction Company is seeking a project-based Safety Manager for work in Rincon, Georgia, in the Savannah area. Graywolf is a nationwide heavy industrial and commercial construction contractor providing design, fabrication, construction, and facility management services. The Site Safety Supervisor/Manager manages the on-site field health, safety, and environmental (HSE) function to foster a productive and safe work culture and environment, reducing or eliminating occupational injuries, illnesses, and financial losses. The role operates under the authority and direction of the Corporate Safety Manager and works closely with project leadership, site management, employees, subcontractors, and clients. Approximately 75% of the time is spent in the field. The position includes developing and maintaining jobsite safety and environmental plans, coordinating safety training, managing injury response and incident investigations, tracking safety performance, and supporting compliance with applicable safety and environmental requirements. The work involves both office and field duties at construction sites, including outdoor work, work at heights, and physically demanding activities. The posting describes the role as project-based and offers a competitive wage and benefit program, without specifying the details of those benefits.

Requirements

At least 5 years of construction safety program management experience, with demonstrated ability to provide strong safety leadership to management and craft workers.
Basic knowledge of the OSHA 1904 Recordkeeping standard.
Flexibility to work in both the office and the field.
Willingness to grow as a public speaker.
Strong organization and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high rate of accuracy.
Flexibility with day-to-day duties and ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 45 pounds.
Ability to move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas, with full range of motion and flexibility consistent with age.
Ability to work shifts of up to 12 hours in varying temperature extremes and other outdoor conditions.
Ability to climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
Ability to work at heights using fall protection and from manlifts, baskets, and JLGs.
Required PPE includes footwear and prescription safety glasses or eye shields.

Nice To Haves

CHST certification, or ability to obtain it within one year of employment.
BA/BS degree.
OSHA 30 or higher; OSHA 510/500 certification, or ability to obtain it within six months.
Bilingual ability.
Enthusiasm to learn.
Experience with O365, including SharePoint, Teams, Excel, and MS Project.

Responsibilities

Work as a leader in the safety department under the authority and direction of the Corporate Safety Manager.
Set exemplary standards of ethics and stewardship of company resources, support company philosophy and goals, function as a team player, and maintain good communication with the Safety Department.
Spend approximately 75% of the time in the field.
Assist in writing, organizing, and implementing jobsite safety plans.
Review JSAs and provide feedback to support continuous improvement.
Work with the Site Production Manager and management team to develop, implement, and maintain an effective site-specific safety and environmental plan.
Manage the Graywolf injury management program and establish a working relationship with a local physician to explain the company’s accident-management philosophy.
Coordinate and present safety training to meet Graywolf and client requirements, including planning, documentation, and presentation of new-hire orientation, fall protection, confined space, lockout/tagout, respiratory protection, and other applicable accident-prevention programs.
Attend and participate in weekly general safety meetings, weekly supervisor safety meetings, and PODs.
Assist in preparing incident reports and Lessons Learned documents and ensure their quality and accuracy.
Lead incident investigations to identify causal and contributing factors and root causes; ensure corrective actions are identified and report progress through completion.
Maintain effective communication with clients regarding safety matters.
Track, compile, and report leading-indicator performance through the SMS to the project leadership team and support initiatives addressing negative trends.
Coordinate with the Regional Manager on the overall program, project training needs, injury management, citation management, OSHA/MSHA reporting requirements, and other applicable matters.
Administer the on-site drug and alcohol policy, including specimen collection.
Maintain jobsite first-aid and emergency-response supplies.
Create notices of noncompliance for Graywolf employees and subcontractors.
Understand environmental permitting regulations and implement measures to ensure compliance.