Safety Manager, Mission Critical

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Council Bluffs, IA

About The Position

The Safety Manager will manage and implement the field safety program and team for construction projects. The role monitors construction projects, compiles accident statistics, and interprets government policies and recommendations in support of JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values. The position is part of JE Dunn’s Advanced Facilities Group, which works on large industrial and manufacturing, data center, and semiconductor projects across the country. The Safety Manager communicates company safety philosophies and policies, supports project teams in interpreting company, owner, and government requirements, and conducts safety audits and follow-up on hazards and corrective actions. The role also supports incident investigations, reporting, claims management, drug and alcohol testing, and may contribute to safety training programs and strategies. The position leads and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety/health, construction management, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
At least 8 years of construction safety experience.
0–2 years of team lead or team management experience.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
Intermediate proficiency in MS Office.
Knowledge of and ability to enforce federal, state, local, and company safety regulations.
Advanced proficiency in company safety software, programs, processes, and tools.
Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures.
Ability to build relationships with team members beyond a single project and collaborate internally and externally.
Knowledge of testing protocols for environmental hazards, noise, and contaminants.
Ability to manage a team.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Manage and implement the field safety program and team for construction projects.
Communicate company safety philosophies and values to safety team members, foremen, superintendents, and project managers to support understanding, compliance, and acceptance of safety programs and policies.
Help field and office staff interpret company, owner, and government policies and recommendations.
Compile accident statistics and trend analyses, and recommend safety-program changes or additions to address identified trends.
Administer and monitor company drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company, federal, and state requirements.
Implement accident and incident reporting protocols and ensure project teams submit information and reports through proper channels in a timely manner.
Assist Safety team members with accident and incident investigations, documentation, reporting, and implementation of abatements.
Work with external insurance company contacts to report and manage safety-related claims, and assist with monitoring medical treatment of injured employees.
Conduct regular construction project safety audits; identify, document, and recommend abatement of hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions; issue reports detailing hazards and abatement techniques; and follow up to ensure issues are addressed promptly.
May develop and implement training strategies and processes, assess training needs, improve training programs, develop training methods, identify learning technologies, monitor safety metrics for training opportunities, deliver training, and retain training records.
Lead, support, and promote a culture of diversity and inclusion and ensure positive, proactive implementation of the company’s non-discrimination policy.