Site Safety Leader: Field Safety Champion

CGI Constructors; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Paid Birthday Day Off

Mentorship Program

Social Events

Performance Bonuses

RRSP Matching Program (5%)

Benefits Package (drug, dental, life,

Paramedical Services

Health & Wellness spending

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Job summary

CGI Constructors is seeking a Site Safety Leader in Winnipeg to drive safety on site, coach teams, and uphold regulatory compliance. You will partner with project leadership to embed safe work practices in planning, execution, and daily activities across commercial construction sites.

The role requires 3–5 years in health and safety in construction, WHMIS, fall protection, and excellent communication. Travel to multiple project sites may be needed and a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in occupational health and safety, construction management, or related field.
• Three to five years of progressive health and safety experience in commercial, institutional, industrial, or civil construction.
• Working knowledge of OH&S legislation and construction regulations in jurisdiction of work.
• Recognized health and safety designation such as NCSO is an asset.
• Current First Aid and CPR; WHMIS, fall protection, or working at heights training.
• Experience conducting inspections and investigations, and facilitating safety documentation.
• Experience using Procore is considered an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent, highly visible field presence and reinforce health and safety expectations.
• Partner with the Project Manager, Site Superintendent, supervisors, workers, and subcontractors to integrate safety into planning and execution.
• Coach employees and trade partners on safe work practices and hazard awareness.
• Exercise stop-work authority when hazards arise and support safe restart of work.
• Conduct regular site inspections and safety audits covering PPE, fall protection, scaffolds, and equipment.
• Participate in pre-construction planning, risk assessments, and review of safe work procedures.
• Document deficiencies and assign corrective actions; monitor completion and escalate high-risk items.
• Verify permits, inspections, equipment certifications, and safety documentation are current and available.
• Ensure workers have required training and maintain training records.
• Communicate safety alerts and regulatory updates clearly to project teams.
• Respond to incidents and coordinate emergency response when required.
• Lead or support investigations and develop corrective actions with leadership.
• Complete incident reports and maintain required documentation on time.
• Cooperate with regulators, clients, consultants, and others as needed.
• Support health and safety program implementation and compliance with relevant standards.
• Monitor compliance with legislation, codes, and contractual obligations.
• Support Joint Health and Safety Committee activities and improvements.
• Participate in meetings and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Safety awareness

Hazard assessment

Training delivery

Incident investigation

Education

Post-secondary OH&S / construction management

First Aid & CPR certification

Tools

Procore

Job description

CGI Constructors is seeking a Site Safety Leader in Winnipeg to drive safety on site, coach teams, and uphold regulatory compliance. You will partner with project leadership to embed safe work practices in planning, execution, and daily activities across commercial construction sites.

The role requires 3–5 years in health and safety in construction, WHMIS, fall protection, and excellent communication. Travel to multiple project sites may be needed and a comprehensive benefits package is provided.