Site Safety Manager

Ace Electric • Jackson, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Site Safety Manager oversees the site safety team and the overall safety program for assigned job sites. The role ensures compliance with Ace Electric’s Safety Program, the company’s Drug-Free Workplace Program, and applicable safety requirements established by owners or general contractors. The Site Safety Manager reports to the Division Safety Professional.

This is a field-focused position, with approximately 90% of work in the field and 10% in an office environment for administrative duties. The position requires working in varied weather and construction-site conditions, including restricted areas, and wearing required personal protective equipment. Work may involve 40 hours per week and overtime, night shifts, or out-of-town assignments as required.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, OSHA 30 certification, CPR/First Aid certification, and a valid state driver’s license. Seven or more years of construction safety experience is preferred. A bachelor’s degree, OSHA 500/501, and Certified Health Safety Technician (CHST) certification are also preferred.

Requirements

• Valid state driver’s license as required by job conditions or company policy.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week and overtime as required, including night shifts and out-of-town work if required.
• Ability to work in varied weather and construction-site conditions, use site sanitary facilities, enter restricted areas, and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, manuals, work-site directions, and written instructions.
• Ability to hear and see well, naturally or with correction.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and reach overhead.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to tolerate prolonged standing and movement on foot, climb ladders of all types, and repetitively use arms, hands, and fingers.
• Ability to teach personnel safe equipment operation and safe work practices.

Nice To Haves

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn and willingness to try new techniques.
• Interest in mentoring and sharing knowledge to help others succeed.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to focus on details while maintaining a broad perspective.
• Ability to develop and work as a member of a team.
• Good understanding of CFR 1910, CFR 1926, NFPA-70e, and other applicable safety standards or regulations.
• Ability to demonstrate the proper use and operation of industry-specific safety equipment and instruments, such as gas detectors, PFAS, DMMs, light meters, and PPE.
• Ability to teach safety-related classes at a job site or in a classroom.
• Ability to foster a positive and productive safety culture and promote cooperation and morale.
• OSHA 500/501 certification.
• Certified Health Safety Technician (CHST) certification.
• Elevated skills such as being bilingual or a Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW).
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Seven or more years of construction safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the performance and direct the operations of Safety Technicians and Safety Professionals at assigned job sites.
• Work with the Division Safety Professional, Project Managers, and Superintendents to implement a safety and education training program compliant with the Ace Safety Program.
• Ensure the Ace Safety Program is understood and followed on assigned projects.
• Assist with job-site inspections, including color coding, fall protection, equipment inspections, and job hazard assessments.
• Identify and implement safety best practices.
• Lead company safety and health activities by providing direction and training to division personnel.
• Support and implement safety initiatives arising from audits, incidents, or other sources.
• Provide technical support to personnel on compliance with federal and state safety and health regulations, and remain current on OSHA regulations.
• Issue Safety Alerts for serious incidents, including employee injuries, property damage, and near misses.
• Ensure newly hired associates receive a thorough orientation to the Ace Safety Program.
• Conduct frequent and regular job-site inspections and audits to identify recognizable hazards and unsafe work practices and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Prepare and maintain project safety records and reports to improve safety performance and meet government, insurance carrier, and internal requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and the Division Safety Professional to maintain required safety equipment, manuals, and documents on projects.
• Work with Project Managers and Superintendents to develop and implement Site Specific Safety Plans.
• Advise personnel on personal protective equipment, job safety materials, and first-aid equipment.
• Purchase safety equipment and supplies for assigned projects in coordination with the Division Safety Professional.
• Assist project personnel with permit applications for high-risk activities, including energized work, first energization of services, and confined-space entry.
• Be onsite to supervise and assist with high-risk activities.
• Ensure incidents, including injuries, property damage, and near misses, are reported and investigated, including by visiting the work area, interviewing employees, taking photographs, and completing investigation forms.
• Administer drug and alcohol screens in cooperation with HR.
• Assist HR with claims management issues, including workers’ compensation, vehicle insurance, and general liability.
• Accompany OSHA, insurance carrier, customer safety personnel, or other safety inspections onsite.
• Work with HR and Headquarters Safety to reduce, contest, or mitigate potential OSHA citations.
• Collaborate with company safety personnel to audit and improve the Ace Safety Program.
• Assist with customer safety prequalification forms as directed.
• Train personnel in the safe operation of equipment and safe work practices.
• Operate a company truck with manual or automatic transmission.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Access to Ace University, including an apprenticeship program, leadership training, skill-building classes, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED