Permit Writer

Safety Management Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Pay after 40 hours

Annual merit review

Job summary

Safety Management Group in Indianapolis, IN, is looking for a Permit Writer who prioritizes safety and coordinates construction permits while supporting site safety observations and HSE activities.

The candidate will complete hot work, trenching, and other permits, monitor sites, and participate in progress meetings with stakeholders. A minimum of 5+ years in permitting and OSHA 30 Construction is required; a related degree is preferred, and weekend work may be needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction permitting experience.
• OSHA 30 - Construction certification required.
• Degree in safety or related field preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of confined space, hot work, and general permitting.
• Ability to work some weekends.

Responsibilities

• Complete work permits (hot work, CSE, trenching, and Safe Work permits).
• Monitor the work area during the duration of open permits.
• Provide general HSE support (i.e., job observations).
• Site safety observations, including documentation of findings.
• Facilitate corrective measures where warranted.
• Represent the contractor or the Owner in progress meetings.
• Write permits that align with current construction projects.
• Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law and the Owner.

Skills

Construction permitting

OSHA 30 (Construction)

Confined space knowledge

Permitting procedures

Weekend availability

Education

Degree in safety or related field preferred

Job description

Description

Safety Management Group is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401 (k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

Description

Safety Management Group is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401 (k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

SMG is seeking a Permit Writer in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The key function of a Permit Writer is to prioritize safety at the forefront of their job, put clients' needs first, work effectively in a team setting, be self-managed, and remain flexible in the face of change.

Additional Information

• SMG full-time, benefited Associates are eligible for Premium Pay after working 40 billable hours for the week. Premium pay is at a 1.35 multiplier.


• Annual pay/merit review/increase.

Overview Of Job Responsibilities

• Complete work permits (hot work, CSE, trenching, and Safe Work permits)


• Monitor the work area during the duration of open permits


• Provide general HSE support (i.e., job observations)


• Site safety observations, including documentation of findings


• Facilitate corrective measures where warranted


• Represent the contractor or the Owner in progress meetings


• Write permits that align with current construction projects


• Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law and the Owner

Requirements

• 5+ years of Construction permitting experience


• OSHA 30 - Construction


• A degree in safety or a related field is preferred


• Must possess a thorough knowledge of confined space, hot work, and general permitting


• Ability to work some weekends

Physical Demands of the job may include

• Moving about long distances


• Ascending/descending stairs and ladders


• Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period


• Working in extreme weather
  
• Being exposed to loud noises


• Wearing personal protective gear correctly

Join an elite group of Safety Professionals!

SMG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Salary Description

$69,000 - $94,000