Sr. Safety Manager

Next 150 Construction, LLC • Orlando, FL

4h

About The Position

Next 150 Construction Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Gilbane Building Company, seeks a Senior Safety Manager to lead the safety function for one Business Unit or multiple small Business Units. The role leads implementation of Gilbane’s safety culture, supports project-specific safety planning, monitors project teams’ safety performance, and provides coaching, training, and corrective-action guidance. The position also supports business development, client deliverables, internal safety initiatives, and the development of team members.

The successful candidate is an inclusive, empathetic coach and leader who can use business and industry insights to make decisions, set priorities, develop high-performing teams, and connect organizational strategy to team goals. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of construction safety and health, strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to manage and execute a Business Unit safety program. Qualified applicants offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. Physical demands and working conditions are referenced in an external link, but are not detailed in the posting.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of construction safety management experience.
• Associate or Certified Safety Professional certification.
• Certified and authorized instructor by GU and OSHA to teach safety courses to employees and contractors.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety and health principles, techniques, methods, regulations, and interpretations.
• Ability to identify current and future potential exposures and recommend corrective action.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage and execute a safety program within a Business Unit.
• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test if offered a position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee successful implementation of the Gilbane Cares safety culture across the business.
• Develop project-specific safety plans for new projects based on the Safety Alignment Assessment, and ensure their distribution and understanding.
• Perform at least six SafetyNet inspections per month, with at least 100 observations in each inspection.
• Use SafetyNet to audit and monitor project-team implementation of safety plans.
• Analyze SafetyNet trending reports and share them with project teams.
• Coach and mentor project teams on hazard identification and correcting issues using SafetyNet.
• Ensure open SafetyNet items are closed in a timely manner and assist teams with corrective action plans.
• Identify and provide relevant training within the Business Unit(s).
• Ensure incidents are investigated, documented, and closed in accordance with company policy.
• Analyze leading and lagging indicators, advise Business Unit leadership on focus areas and trends, and recommend corrective actions when needed.
• Develop, support, and mentor Safety Managers under the role’s oversight.
• Support business development by responding to client safety pre-qualifications and safety presentations.
• Attend Peer Group meetings as directed by the Corporate Safety Director.
• Develop internal and external professional safety relationships and participate in industry peer meetings and/or professional organizations.
• Assist the Safety Director with initiatives and requests for information.
• Assist with Gilbane internal safety awards in the Division.
• Assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions when required.
• Support the career development and coaching of team members.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that motivates and engages team members.
• Interpret and communicate organizational strategy so the team understands its role in accomplishing strategic goals.
• Collaborate with business development to integrate safety with sales strategies, including performance metrics for assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables.
• Participate in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships.

Benefits

• Multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources.
• Access to training through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills.
• Opportunity to learn industry skills while working with an experienced team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior