Safety Professional (College) - Richmond, VA

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Halifax Regional Municipality; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction safety firm is seeking a Safety Professional to oversee Construction Project Safety and Health. This role involves developing site-specific safety plans and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and experience in S&H training and regulatory compliance. The position requires strong communication skills and offers opportunities for certification. This position may require travel and has multiple work locations.

Qualifications

• 0+ years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Knowledge of Safety Management Systems, ANSI-Z10, OHSAS 18001, ISO 31000.
• Willingness to pursue ASP, CSP, CHST certifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with General Contractor regarding site conditions.
• Develop and implement Accident Prevention Programs.
• Conduct incident investigations and maintain compliance.

Skills

S&H training

Regulatory compliance

Strong culture-building skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office including SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Safety Professional (College) - Richmond, VA

Join to apply for the Safety Professional (College) - Richmond, VA role at M.C. Dean, Inc. The Safety Professional is responsible for overseeing Construction Project Safety, Health (S&H), and Risk Management. This includes managing multiple Safety programs, developing and implementing site-specific safety plans, and collaborating with Project Management on Operational Risk Management (ORM). The role requires providing practical solutions to complex problems, with 20% travel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with General Contractor (GC) and / or owner regarding site conditions and Non-Compliance Notices (NCN).
• Participate in meetings with clients, project teams, and contractors to advise on mitigation plans, S&H training, and technical reports.
• Assist in developing and implementing Site Specific Accident Prevention Programs (APP) and training plans.
• Manage site safety budgets, permits, and ensure compliance with contracts and plans.
• Lead ORM team in reviewing and developing safety plans based on project and regulatory requirements; conduct incident investigations.
• Maintain knowledge of safety standards, regulations, and best practices, including OSHA, DOT, insurance audits, and emergency plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including SharePoint.

Candidate Requirements

• 0+ years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience in S&H training, regulatory compliance (1910, 1926, EM-385 1-1).
• Knowledge of Safety Management Systems, ANSI-Z10, OHSAS 18001, ISO 31000.
• Strong culture-building skills.
• OSHA 500 / 502 Trainer Certification or degree in Occupational Safety from an ABET-accredited program.
• Willingness to pursue ASP, CSP, CHST certifications.
• Previous experience in electrical, construction, industrial, federal, or commercial S&H.

Possible Work Locations

• Leesburg, VA
• Boydton, VA
• Richmond, VA
• Atlanta, GA
• Baltimore, MD
• Charleston, SC

Abilities

• Extended computer and screen time.
• Sitting for long periods.
• Reaching and finger dexterity for manipulation of objects and keyboard use.
• Effective communication, reading, and comprehension skills.
• Ability to apply safety regulations and standards.