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Safety Engineer

Danis Construction
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/14/2025

Overview

Danis is a trusted leader in construction management, combining over a century of expertise with a forward-thinking approach to deliver excellence and innovation. Since 1916, we have been builders, visionaries, and problem-solvers, driven by a passion for tackling complex projects and exceeding client expectations

The Safety Engineer plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, healthy, and accident-free environment on assigned projects. This position is responsible for implementing and administering the company’s safety program, delivering safety training, and ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. The Safety Engineer conducts safety surveys, supports pre-job and pre-task planning, and coordinates safety programs to meet client and regulatory requirements. Additionally, this role acts as a liaison with medical, insurance, and government representatives to address safety-related matters. Ideal candidates will have 2 years of experience in a safety-focused role and a passion for fostering a strong safety culture while providing practical solutions to field challenges.

The Safety Engineer keeps assigned jobs current on all applicable OSHA, State, or other governmental safety, health, and environmental requirements, conducts regular unannounced visits at all jobsites, analyzes and recommends corrective action for all accidents or near misses. This position reports to the Safety Manager.

Responsibilities

Duties:

  • Aid Project Teams in establishing the Jobsite Specific Safety Program
  • Participate and help to facilitate Safety Preplanning for assigned projects.
  • Coach workforce on proper safety procedures and processes
  • Perform Jobsite Audits on assigned projects.
  • Perform incident investigations
  • Act as a liaison between Management and Field Employees
  • Network with local Safety Groups/Association
  • Assess training needs based upon Jobsite conditions/issues/trends
  • Provide Safety Solutions to technical safety challenges in the field.
  • Participate in corporate training initiative by presenting/co-presenting training to Operations Employees
  • Provide input into monthly planning sessions providing the overall safety direction within the company

Skills and Abilities:

  • Thorough understanding of company operations, industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on the success of the company.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Organizational and planning skills.
  • Adept at professionally handling/making difficult decision making, and follow through, as appropriate

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

  • Degree in Safety Management, Safety Engineering, Occupational Health and Environmental Safety, or comparable professional experience in a safety-focused role on commercial projects. 
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in a dedicated Safety role to the company operations.
  • Safety Certifications are preferred but not required (CHST, OHST, ASP, CSP, OSHA 500)

 

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

Spends much of their time in the field working with field employees and Jobsite Project teams.  Spends a majority of time on various assigned construction sites where weather and conditions can reach extremes. Ability to lift 50 pounds, frequent sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch, traverse rough terrain, climb ladders and stairs. Travels as needed, primarily local by automobile, or travel by airplane on a limited basis staying out of town as needed.

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive Compensation: Annual merit increases and bonuses. 
  • Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance: For you and your family. 
  • Coverage for the Unexpected: Including Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Supplemental Insurance, and Life Insurance. 
  • Secure Your Future: A 401K plan to help you plan for your retirement. 
  • Work Life Balance: Generous Vacation/PTO. 
  • Give Back: Participate in our "Constructing Hope" community outreach program. 
  • Professional Development: Danis University offers 45 different training programs. 
  • Financial Flexibility: Access to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA). 
  • Share in Our Success: Profit sharing, because we believe in rewarding your dedication. 

EEO Statement

Danis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Danis does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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