Contract Safety Manager

Tailing International, LLC; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tailing International, LLC seeks a Contract Safety Manager to lead safety on a large construction project with over 250 workers or high hazard work. You will promote safety culture, review plans, coordinate JHA/STA processes, and ensure compliance with the safety program.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Safety Management or Engineering, 3–5 years in construction safety, BCSP preferred, and OSHA 30. First Aid/CPR and MS Office proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred.
• 3–5 years of construction safety management experience.
• BCSP credential preferred.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• OSHA 30 (preferably within last 3 years).
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Promotes a positive safety culture on the project.
• Ensures safety submittals and planning are completed for contractor activities.
• Maintains all safety-related documentation and records.
• Performs SafetyNet inspections and provides observations.
• Investigates accidents/near misses and completes required paperwork.
• Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources.
• Coaches and mentors team members on safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Safety culture

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Safety Management or Engineering)

BCSP credential

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Contract Safety Managersupports all safety efforts on a single project with >250 workforce or high hazard work.

• Promotes a positive safety culture
• Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, JHA review, STAs, etc.
• Ensures contractors meet safety submittal requirements
• Ensures contractor compliance with safety plan & expectations
• Maintains all safety related documentation
• Makes recommendations concerning situations hazardous to employee safety or health
• Utilizes SafetyNet to audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan
• Performs at least 15 SafetyNet inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection
• Provides safety training to project teams, client, and OSHA requirements
• Investigates all accidents/near misses and completes all paperwork required
• Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources
• Serves as project liaison and manages project correspondence with Insurance carriers
• Maintains all safety related documentation
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Communicate Effectively – Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message.
• Act Inclusively – Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.
• Solve Problems – Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.
• Demonstrate Agility/Adaptability – Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change.
• Drive for Results – Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.
• Champion Innovation – Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred
• 3-5 years of construction safety management experience
• BCSP credential (preferred)
• Current First Aid/CPR Cert
• OSHA 30 (preferably completed in the last 3 years)
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient knowledge of construction safety principles, techniques, and methods
• Practical knowledge of OSHA laws, regulations, and policies
• Capable of identifying known potential exposures and recommending corrective action
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills