Site Safety Manager

Griffith Company • San Diego, CA

9d • $100,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Griffith Company is seeking a Site Safety Manager for its Caltrans project on Route 805. The role monitors nighttime onsite activities to ensure work is conducted safely and efficiently. Working with the Project Manager and Superintendent, the Site Safety Manager helps lead the project team in building and maintaining a strong safety culture grounded in company values, best-practice safety management systems, communication, personal accountability, employee development, and engagement. The anticipated schedule is 8:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.; hours may vary depending on project needs.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of heavy construction experience.
• At least 5 years of construction-industry safety experience as a safety professional or supervisor with safety responsibility.
• Valid, unexpired OSHA 30-hour Construction certification.
• OSHA 10-hour and 30-hour Outreach Instructor certifications.
• First aid and CPR training.
• Working knowledge of excavations, confined spaces, fall protection, hazard communication, crane and rigging operations, concrete and asphalt paving, and the ability to conduct awareness-level training in each discipline.
• Working knowledge of causal analysis methods.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with the construction project site team, owners, and construction management firms.
• Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Efficient recordkeeping and submission of required project safety documentation.
• Ability to work nights.
• Good driving record and ability to safely operate a vehicle for jobsite visits and company meetings.
• Ability to perform the role's physical requirements, including lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, walking jobsites, and working in varied site conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Airport construction experience is strongly desired.
• First aid and CPR trainer qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate or assist with jobsite orientation and safety training.
• Lead site supervisors in enforcing safety standards according to the IIPP.
• Assist with or coordinate subcontractor compliance with jobsite safety regulations and requirements.
• Lead incident investigations, provide reports, and ensure the project team completes corrective actions.
• Assist with or coordinate weekly toolbox meetings with site supervisors.
• Ensure the Project Safety Plan is in place, roles are defined, and action plans are established.
• Coordinate emergency response and ensure employees receive medical treatment.
• Maintain jobsite postings in accordance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA regulations.
• Lead or conduct site safety audits in accordance with the Project Safety Plan.
• Ensure operations comply with the CA MUTCD and temporary traffic control plans.
• Assist the Project Manager with submittals.
• Provide daily reports and document daily jobsite safety inspections.
• Assist with company compliance for Dig Alert (811) ground disturbance tickets and permits in accordance with CA GC4216.
• Maintain and update project logs.
• Provide safety and security materials to personnel.
• Assist with procurement and distribution of PPE and provide related training.
• Attend monthly safety meetings held by the Owner or Agency.
• Test noise, airflow, and air quality, and maintain records of testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a superior health benefits package.
• Generous performance-based compensation.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing employees the opportunity to benefit financially from the company's success.
• Vacation time.
• Sick days.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) program with employer match.
• Case-by-case relocation assistance for candidates outside the local area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed