On-Site Safety Manager (Assistant) – Construction

HITT Contracting Inc.; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

HITT Contracting Inc. is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to perform regular on-site safety inspections and support project teams in maintaining safety standards.

The role reports to the Safety Manager and may require work at project sites. A degree in construction/engineering/business is preferred, with OSHA 30 and safety certifications desirable. Competitive benefits are offered including bonuses and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 2-5 years safety experience.
• A four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.
• Current First Aid AED/CPR certification a plus.
• 2-5+ years' experience with a general contractor.
• OSHA 30 certificate required.
• A CSP, ASP, CHST or other Safety related designation preferred.
• Ability to write professional reports, business correspondence, and technical procedures.
• Proficient documentation, record keeping and organizational skills required.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and willingness to learn new software.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to multi-task and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Conducts on site safety inspections utilizing web-based H&S application system with some direction and assistance.
• Evaluates project compliance with federal, state, local, corporate and client safety regulations and procedures.
• Evaluates safety performance of subcontractors working on HITT projects.
• Reviews project safety inspections with Site Operations.
• Distributes project safety inspections to key project team members and subcontractors.
• Tracks open safety issues to closure.
• Researches/evaluates OSHA regulations to address project needs, at direction of H&S manager.
• Participates in accident/incident investigation with assistance or direction from other HITT H&S Department members.
• Delivers safety toolbox meetings.
• Assists with on site health safety training.
• Reviews Job Hazard Analysis with assistance or direction.
• Assists in development of site specific safety plans.
• Participates in project safety and subcontractor meetings as needed.
• Assists in development and delivery of project H&S orientations.
• Elevates H&S concerns.
• Assists with safety signage selection for projects.
• Assists with managing and reviewing of project documentation requirements.
• Researches and collaborates to obtain information to resolve H&S-related issues.
• Identifies or selects specialized H&S/protective equipment for projects with some assistance.
• Assists with execution of project wide safety stand downs.
• Creates and maintains positive working relationships with HITT project teams and subcontractors.

Skills

Safety experience

First Aid/CPR

OSHA 30

Safety designation (CSP/ASP/CHST)

Report writing

Documentation

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

General contractor experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree (construction/engineering/business)

Alternate experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

HITT Contracting Inc. is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to perform regular on-site safety inspections and support project teams in maintaining safety standards.

The role reports to the Safety Manager and may require work at project sites. A degree in construction/engineering/business is preferred, with OSHA 30 and safety certifications desirable. Competitive benefits are offered including bonuses and 401(k).