What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Safety Manager position at Environmental Management Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Who We Are
EMI, or Environmental Management Inc. was established over thirty years ago, and during this time, we have become one of the largest landscape companies in Central Ohio. We believe our individual employees are our greatest asset. Our commitment to creating an optimal work environment that nurtures personal growth and fosters goal achievement for all our employees is unwavering.
Environmental Management Inc. is an Accredited Design / Build, Irrigation, and Maintenance Landscaping company serving clients throughout central Ohio. We take pride in our customer-centric approach to creating outdoor environments that suit our clients' lifestyles. Our success lies in our dedication and innovative landscape design ideas, which have enabled us to strike a balance between growth and personal relationships with our clients and team. With our knowledgeable staff, continuous growth, and unwavering commitment, we aim to maintain our position as the top landscape design / build company in Central Ohio.
Summary :
The Construction Safety Manager is responsible for overseeing safety programs and ensuring compliance with all safety regulations for site-specific projects within our landscape construction operations. This role involves identifying job site hazards, implementing corrective actions, and fostering a culture of safety on all construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct site-specific safety inspections, hazard assessments, and risk mitigation strategies for active construction projects.
- Enforce company safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
- Identify and address potential hazards and unsafe work conditions, taking immediate corrective actions as necessary.
- Lead safety meetings, toolbox talks, and training sessions for construction crews.
- Investigate job site accidents, incidents, and near-misses, ensuring proper documentation and corrective measures.
- Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, training, and compliance audits.
- Collaborate with project executives, project managers, site superintendents, and field crews to integrate safety into daily construction activities.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment on job sites.
- Serve as one of the company’s primary safety representatives during OSHA and regulatory inspections.
- Conduct and oversee OSHA 30-hour compliance for site personnel.
Required Qualifications
Academic degree in safety or a related field; or
Strong knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and other construction-specific safety standards.
Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to train and influence construction crews.
Work Environment
Compensation & Benefits
As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, Environmental Management Inc. does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, Environmental Management Inc. will not discriminate against applicants or employees because he or she is physically or mentally handicapped, a disabled veteran, a veteran of the Vietnam era, or has a non-job related medical condition, provided he or she is qualified and meets the requirements established by Environmental Management Inc. for the job. As an employment AT WILL EMPLOYER, the employee or employer may terminate employment at any time and for any reason.
