Safety Professional

Next 150 Construction, LLC•Milwaukee, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Next 150 Construction, a fully owned subsidiary of Gilbane Building Company, is seeking a Safety Professional to administer the safety program and serve as a safety advisor. This role ensures safety compliance by the project team and all employees and subcontractors working at the site. The position is primarily located on the job site, with occasional travel to the office for trainings and meetings. Gilbane Building Company is a family-owned business with a long history of shaping communities and is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. They are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and encourage applications from candidates whose experience may not perfectly align with every qualification. The ideal candidate acts inclusively, showing empathy and respect, and upholds Gilbane's core values. They are a strong problem solver, adaptable, collaborative, and a self-starter with a passion for ownership and driving results. They identify opportunities for improvement and value-add solutions. The company emphasizes core values such as Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred
3-5 years of construction safety management experience
BCSP credential
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficient knowledge of construction safety principles, techniques, and methods
Practical knowledge of OSHA laws, regulations, and policies
Capable of identifying known potential exposures and recommending corrective action
Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Supports all safety efforts on a single project with >250 workforce or high hazard work.
Promotes the Gilbane Cares safety culture.
Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, JHA review, STAs, etc.
Ensures contractors meet Gilbane safety submittal requirements.
Ensures contractor compliance with Gilbane safety plan & expectations.
Maintains all safety related documentation.
Makes recommendations concerning situations hazardous to employee safety or health.
Utilizes SafetyNet to audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan.
Performs at least 15 SafetyNet inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection.
Provides safety training to project teams on Gilbane, client, and OSHA requirements.
Investigates all accidents/near misses and completes all paperwork required.
Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources.
Serves as project liaison and manages project correspondence with Insurance carriers.
Maintains all safety related documentation.
Coaches and mentors less experienced team members.
Supports a positive and inclusive work environment.