Electrical Safety Manager

EIG Electrical Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor is seeking an Electrical Safety Manager in Austin, Texas. Responsibilities include implementing safety plans, conducting safety audits, and fostering safety culture. Candidates must have at least 5 years of construction site experience and OSHA 500 training. Strong communication and leadership skills, along with a professional degree in safety management or certifications, are essential for success in this role. Join our client’s team to ensure safety and compliance in a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience on construction sites.
• OSHA 500 training.
• Competent person, train-the-trainer certifications.
• Manufacturing/data center/hi-rise experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement environmental health and safety plan at assigned projects.
• Conduct regular jobsite safety audits and report findings.
• Foster safety program development.
• Develop site-specific safety plans.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent listening and communication skills

Ability to identify and resolve complex issues

Effective interpersonal and leadership skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Degree in safety management or CHST certification

Job description

Job Description

Evergreen Innovation Group, part of DPR Family of Companies, is seeking an Electrical Safety Manager.

They will implement EIG's environmental health and safety plan (EHSP) and related programs at assigned construction project(s). The Safety Manager will work closely with our project management team and our subcontractors to recognize and address potential hazards before they exist as well as ensure compliance with our EHSP utilizing behavior‑based safety techniques.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Shepherd and develop career paths for Safety Coordinator(s).
• Coach EIG team members on safety leadership and management practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and live EIG’s injury‑free environment culture.
• Lead pre‑qualification processes for EIG.
• Provide trending analysis for project / regional data on a weekly, monthly and/or quarterly basis.
• Foster the development of safety programs and protocols.
• Develop and blend site‑specific safety plan(s) that incorporates both EIG's and our core market customers’ safe work practices.
• Assist with the continual development of new methods for abating hazards.
• Perform regular jobsite safety audits of worksite activities. Share findings, corrective actions and corrective plans with DPR project management.
• When necessary, EIG EHS should utilize every resource necessary, including escalation, to ensure the maintenance of an injury‑free environment.
• Help monitor the subcontractor selection process and adherence to established environmental safety and health guidelines.
• Measure team engagement regarding safety management practices.
• Administrative duties may include maintaining regional safety files such as safety training documentation, applicable medical certifications, environmental testing and special associated training, investigation reports including close calls, injury summaries, leading indicator data and other safety and health documentation.

Required Skills and Abilities

We are looking for a flexible, detail‑oriented team player with the ability to manage multiple tasks, produce quality work, and consistently meet deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Effective interpersonal and leadership skills.
• A strong work ethic and a “can‑do,” “let’s find a solution” attitude.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience on construction sites.
• OSHA 500 training.
• Competent person, train‑the‑trainer, and other activity specific certifications.
• Degree in safety management or CHST certification a plus.
• Manufacturing / data center / hi‑rise experience a plus.
• Carpenter or laborer union affiliation okay.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Travel to and from the office as well as assigned job site(s).

DPR Construction is a forward‑thinking, self‑performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee‑owned company that has grown into a multi‑billion‑dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.