Job Responsibilities:

Develop and Implement Safety Programs: Design, implement, and maintain safety programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Create safety policies and procedures specific to the project and ensure their effective communication to all personnel.

Safety Inspections and Audits: Conduct regular safety inspections and audits to identify and rectify potential hazards.

Collaborate with project management to address safety concerns and implement corrective actions.

Training and Orientation: Provide safety training and orientations to new employees and contractors

Incident Investigation: Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.

Document and report findings to project management and relevant authorities as required.

Safety Communication: Facilitate regular safety meetings to discuss current safety issues, updates, and initiatives.

Communicate safety-related information to project stakeholders effectively.

Emergency Preparedness: Develop and implement emergency response plans.

Conduct drills and exercises to ensure that all personnel are familiar with emergency procedures.

Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about changes in safety regulations and ensure project compliance.

Interface with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits.

Safety Reporting: Prepare and submit safety reports as required by regulatory agencies and project management.

Maintain accurate records of safety-related activities.

Safety Equipment and Gear: Oversee the proper use and maintenance of safety equipment and personal protective gear.

Ensure that the project site is equipped with necessary safety resources.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred. College degree desired, preferably in environmental health and safety discipline.

Licensure/Certifications: OSHA 30 Construction required. CPR/FA Certified (Trainer Preferred), along with other safety certifications desired. CHST Preferred.