Construction Safety Leader: Field Programs & Training

JE Dunn Construction; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and implement the field safety program across construction projects. You will monitor sites, analyze accident data, and ensure compliance with government policies, supporting the company’s safety strategy and values.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of construction safety experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong skills in communication, safety software, and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety/health, construction management or related field.
• 8+ years construction safety experience.
• 0-2 years team lead or team management experience.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manages and implements the field safety program and team for construction projects.
• Communicates safety philosophies and values of the Company with safety team members, construction site foremen, superintendents, and project managers to ensure understanding, compliance and acceptance of the Company’s safety programs and policies.
• Acts as a resource to help field and office staff interpret company, owner and government policies and recommendations.
• Compiles accident statistics, trending analysis and recommend changes or additions to the safety program(s) to address identified trends.
• Administers and monitors Company drug and alcohol testing in accordance with company, federal and state requirements.
• Implements accident and incident reporting protocols to ensure that the project team submits information and reports through the proper channels in a timely manner.
• Provides assistance to Safety team members in accident or incident investigations to ensure the investigation is properly documented and reported and the abatements are implemented properly.
• Works closely with the external insurance company contacts in reporting and managing safety-related claims and assists Safety team members in monitoring medical treatment of injured employees.
• Conducts regular safety audits of construction projects. Identifies, documents and recommends abatement of hazardous/potentially hazardous conditions. Issues reports to field superintendent and project management staff detailing hazards and abatement techniques. Follows-up with the superintendent to ensure safety issues were abated in a timely manner.
• May develop and implement training strategies and processes to support training objectives.
• May partner with leadership to develop needs assessments, gap analyses and strategic training plans.
• May analyze training needs to develop new and improve existing training programs.
• May develop effective training methods such as digital learning, classroom, skill qualifications, and on-the-job training.
• May assist with identifying and implementing technologies to enhance effective learning experiences.
• May monitor company safety metrics and identify areas for training improvement and intervention.
• May provide in-person and virtual training sessions and ensure training record retention.
• Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn. Understands JE Dunn’s policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization.

Skills

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

MS Office

Safety software

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety/health, construction management or related field

Tools

Safety software

Job description

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and implement the field safety program across construction projects. You will monitor sites, analyze accident data, and ensure compliance with government policies, supporting the company’s safety strategy and values.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of construction safety experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong skills in communication, safety software, and team leadership.