What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager- Construction Safety position at DeLeers Construction, Inc.?
Job Description
Come and join our growing team! DeLeers Construction is hiring for a Senior Manager of Safety. As a new position in our organization, this person will be taking our already established strong safety culture to the next level. The Senior Manager of Safety has primary accountability for the development and implementation of the safety standards, processes, and controls of DeLeers Construction and Joseph A. Interiors. This person will guide leadership in creating a safety culture, ensure OSHA and DOT compliance, coach leaders and associates in matters of safety, and be the subject matter expert in safety and compliance.
DeLeers Construction has over 80 years of history building high end residential homes and commercial buildings. As a design/build general contractor, we specialize in unique, high quality buildings, with a focus on safety as our first core value. We are based in DePere, WI with an additional office in Eagle River, WI with over 180 employees in Wisconsin.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Come and join our growing team! DeLeers Construction is hiring for a Senior Manager of Safety. As a new position in our organization, this person will be taking our already established strong safety culture to the next level. The Senior Manager of Safety has primary accountability for the development and implementation of the safety standards, processes, and controls of DeLeers Construction and Joseph A. Interiors. This person will guide leadership in creating a safety culture, ensure OSHA and DOT compliance, coach leaders and associates in matters of safety, and be the subject matter expert in safety and compliance.
DeLeers Construction has over 80 years of history building high end residential homes and commercial buildings. As a design/build general contractor, we specialize in unique, high quality buildings, with a focus on safety as our first core value. We are based in DePere, WI with an additional office in Eagle River, WI with over 180 employees in Wisconsin.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the development, implementation, continuous improvement, and on-going compliance of all Safety Programs for DeLeers Construction and Joseph A. Interiors. These programs include the Hazardous Communication Program, Respiratory Protection Program, Silica Exposure Program, and others.
- Lead the organization in risk management and promote safety stewardship at all levels of the organization. Provide proactive leadership in matters of safety. This includes establishing measurable safety metrics and creating organizational safety goals.
- Accountable to ensure compliance with all state and federal OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other safety requirements.
- Coordinate and/or deliver all safety training including OSHA required, annual refresher, new hire orientation, safety leadership, and weekly toolbox talks.
- Oversee and manage the motor vehicle safety program. This includes accountability for DOT compliance including coordination of the CMV and POV driving requirements, ongoing audits of driver behaviors, accident reporting, vehicle inspections, and annual license checks.
- Conduct accident investigations, complete root cause analysis, and implement any proactive safety practices to reduce risk.
- Manage all workers compensation claims, including OSHA recordable and reportable injuries. This includes managing the light duty program.
- Conduct safety inspections on DeLeers work sites, proactively correct any errors found, coach and mentor onsite employees and leaders on safe practices and regulations.
- Audit monthly Superintendent Safety inspections and assist with correction of any deficiencies.
- Be the subject matter expert in OSHA requirements for construction. Lead all interactions with OSHA including response to inquiries and on-site visits.
- Coordinate annual respirator fit testing.
- Minimal travel required, primarily within Wisconsin and occasionally into upper Michigan.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental health and safety or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive construction or construction safety leadership experience. Experience with commercial construction preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of OSHA 1926 Construction Safety Standards and applicable local regulations. Must be OSHA 30 (Construction) certified.
- Demonstrated expertise in fall protection systems
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex situations and propose solutions.
- Proven track record of collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and safety management software.
- Must have a valid drivers license and meet the DeLeers safe driver standards
- CPR or First Responder Certified is a plus