Assistant Safety Manager - Construction Safety Leader

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Houston is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to promote a proactive safety culture and manage the on-site safety program for our project teams.

You will lead regular toolbox talks, supervise inspections, coordinate with site leadership, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements while supporting a diverse, employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing safety on large healthcare, commercial, industrial, or similar construction projects.
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• OSHA 500 preferred.
• Ability to travel within the region as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety programs and efforts with on-site subcontractors and McCarthy employees, ensuring safety is part of our culture and that all new hires have proper safety documents and information.
• Conduct documented safety and health inspections no less than twice per month, coordinating compliance reports with McCarthy's insurance company.
• Coordinate with Project Supervision so that necessary protective equipment and safety materials are utilized, adequate first aid materials are available, and safety documents are posted on-site.
• Investigate all injuries and review all accident reports, coordinating corrective measures with McCarthy employees and logging injuries/illnesses for OSHA purposes.
• Minimize construction hazards and enforce safety policies utilizing the company’s disciplinary policy.
• Conduct/coordinate Project Safety "Toolbox" meetings with all McCarthy employees on a weekly basis.
• Record and forward copies of all safety related meetings, programs, safety pre-plans, inspections, correspondence, directives, citations, etc. to the Division Safety Director for tracking.

Skills

Safety management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

OSHA 500

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Houston is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to promote a proactive safety culture and manage the on-site safety program for our project teams.

You will lead regular toolbox talks, supervise inspections, coordinate with site leadership, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements while supporting a diverse, employee-owned environment.