On-Site Construction Safety Lead

Gilbane; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Next 150 Construction, a Gilbane Building Company subsidiary, seeks a Safety Professional to administer the safety program on a large project and advise the team on safety compliance for employees and subcontractors. The role sits primarily on-site with occasional office travel for trainings.

You will support safety efforts for a site with a large workforce, promote the Gilbane safety culture, and conduct thorough inspections and training in coordination with OSHA requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred.
• 1-6 years of construction safety management experience.
• BCSP credential.
• Practical knowledge of OSHA laws, regulations, and policies.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of identifying known potential exposures and recommending corrective action.

Responsibilities

• The Safety Professional supports all safety efforts on a single project with >250 workforce or high hazard work.
• Promotes the Gilbane safety culture.
• Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, JHA review, STAs, etc.
• Ensures contractors meet Gilbane safety submittal requirements.
• Ensures contractor compliance with Gilbane safety plan & expectations.
• Maintains all safety related documentation.
• Provides safety training to project teams on Gilbane, client, and OSHA requirements.
• Investigates all accidents/near misses and completes all required paperwork.
• Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources.
• Serves as project liaison and manages project correspondence with Insurance carriers.
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members.
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Construction safety principles

OSHA regulations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering

BCSP credential

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Next 150 Construction, a Gilbane Building Company subsidiary, seeks a Safety Professional to administer the safety program on a large project and advise the team on safety compliance for employees and subcontractors. The role sits primarily on-site with occasional office travel for trainings.

You will support safety efforts for a site with a large workforce, promote the Gilbane safety culture, and conduct thorough inspections and training in coordination with OSHA requirements.