Safety Manager

Bergelectric•Kent, WA

About The Position

The Safety Manager manages safety performance and Bergelectric’s Work Safe. Live Safe. program at one or more sites throughout the region. The position provides safety leadership and technical assistance to operations teams, evaluates safety performance against established targets, and reports on results. The Safety Manager visits construction projects, offices, prefabrication shops, and other work locations to inspect sites and verify that the Company’s safety program is being executed. The role supports safe work planning, prepares and reviews safety plans and documentation, conducts audits and inspections, responds to incidents, and verifies compliance with Company policies and applicable regulatory requirements. It also develops safety competencies among supervisors and site safety personnel, coordinates safety training, works with internal and external partners to address safety issues, and contributes to safety communications and campaigns. Frequent travel is required.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in safety and/or the construction industry.
Demonstrated expertise and working knowledge of safety rules and regulations, including fall protection, silica, confined space, forklift and scissor lift operation, trenching, scaffolding, energy control/LOTO, and general construction safety.
Highly developed interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively, persuasively, and tactfully with employees at all organizational levels.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Highly effective presentation and training delivery skills.
Experience managing incident responses and gathering documentation.
Ability to work as a positive, well-organized, proactive team player supporting the Company's profit and growth.
Frequent travel is required.
Ability to drive for long periods, use ladders, man lifts or reach booms, stand for long periods, and perform full squats, stooping, or kneeling.

Nice To Haves

Electrical construction experience.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Safety Trained Supervisor – Construction, 30-hour OSHA Outreach/Trainer, EM-385 Accident Prevention Plans, NFPA 70E, Root Cause Analysis Training, or similar/equivalent safety credentials and qualifications.

Responsibilities

Provide safety leadership and technical assistance to operations teams, evaluate safety performance against established targets, and report on safety performance.
Advise operations and project managers on contractual and Company safety requirements as part of safe work planning.
Attend safety meetings and project startup meetings.
Prepare and review site safety plans, risk assessments, work permits, MOPs, and other safety documentation.
Visit construction projects to perform audits and inspections, identify hazards and liabilities, and verify that employees are working safely and under safe conditions.
Respond to incidents and safety reports from employees, foremen, superintendents, customers, and other parties.
Verify compliance with Company policies, OSHA requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Verify that safety documentation, including permits, authorizations, and logs, is maintained.
Develop safety competencies in supervisors and site safety personnel, recognize good practices, and identify areas for improvement.
Meet with foremen, superintendents, and general contractors to identify and correct safety issues and take appropriate corrective actions.
Manage relationships with client site safety personnel to address potential future issues.
Monitor and report to the operations team on safety engagement activities, including safety observations, campaigns, recognition events, and incident reports.
Use designated Company safety systems and software to manage incidents, audits, inspections, observations, corrective actions, and other safety activities.
Facilitate timely and appropriate investigations, reviews, and sharing of information.
Work cross-functionally with regional human resources, training, procurement, contracts, and other functions.
Assess project training needs and manage train-the-trainer designations for project-level safety.
Provide safety training to selected personnel based on identified needs.
Maintain required certifications.
Promote the overall safety culture and contribute to internal safety communications, promotions, and campaigns.