Description
Our Client has a new position for a Safety Director in our Central Texas locations. The Safety Director will provide health and safety program oversight for the client. Primary responsibilities will focus on leading and managing the Company’s safety initiatives and loss control programs. In addition, the position monitors and documents the effectiveness of the safety program and directs employees in the implementation of the company’s safety and health program. The Safety Director will also lead and manage the company’s safety training program, assuring it is designed in compliance with OSHA standards.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
- Work closely with the Vice President of Safety, Health, and Environmental as well as Area Vice Presidents to ensure safety compliance within company standards.
- Provide leadership and guidance to Area Safety Managers.
- Overseeing the overall safety program of the Client.
- Active member of the Client safety committee as well as pursuing opportunities to represent the company in outside organizations and committees.
- Monitor the safety programs on each individual project giving guidance and assistance with new prevention measures, improvement opportunities, as well as solutions to issues.
- Remain current on all federal, state, and local safety regulations.
- Monitor and maintain the company’s training program in regards to safety.
- Conduct training and presentations for health and safety matters.
- Review and oversee the development of site specific safety plans.
- Review files of companywide safety inspections and monitor them to predict possible trends.
- Represent the Client in a positive light in all dealings with employees, subcontractors, owners, and members of the community.
- Develop and implement corporate safety policies and procedures to comply with OSHA guidelines and industry standards.
- Continuous evaluation and benchmarking of Corporate Safety Program to identify areas of continued growth and implementation of best practices.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate identified issues.
- Advise Senior Leadership on current state of the company’s safety program.
- Manage the investigation and documentation of all incidents and near misses.
- Maintain accurate records of incidents and safety performance metrics.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction safety or related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.
- 8+ years’ experience in construction safety and supervisory role
- BCSP Certification (CSP, CHST, OHST) preferred
- OSHA 500/510 training required
- CPR/First Aid trainer required
- Thorough knowledge of construction safety regulations with a commitment to staying updated on such regulations and industry best practices
- Ability to communicate effectively and work productively with clients, owners, project professionals, and field and office staff
- Leadership skills to direct field staff and ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies
- High attention to detail
- Effective time management to be able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to analyze data and develop actionable plans
- Ability to proactively identify problems and develop solutions
- Ability to develop and implement corporate safety policies and procedures
- Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to use or learn project software