Project Safety Professional (Renewable Energy)

Barton Malow Company; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Project Safety Professional in Grand Rapids, MI. This role demands strong construction safety experience, willingness to travel, and effective safety program management. Key responsibilities include conducting educational programs, managing safety standards, and overseeing safety meetings on-site. Applicants should hold at least a Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety and possess certifications in OSHA standards and First Aid. The position may require shift work and is pivotal to ensuring a secure working environment across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of Construction Safety Experience.
• Willing to travel for extended periods is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage project safety standards to exceed requirements.
• Conduct safety meetings and educational programs.
• Assist with pre-job planning and auditing safety processes.

Skills

Construction Safety Experience

Travel willingness

Knowledge of OSHA standards

First Aid, CPR, and AED certification

Incident investigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety or related field

OSHA 30 Hour certification

CHST certification

OSHA 510 certification

Job description

Company: Barton Malow Company

Job Location: Grand Rapids, MI (Travel)

Position: Project Safety Professional (Renewable Energy)

REQ ID: 11796

POSITION SUMMARY

Barton Malow is seeking an experienced Project Safety Professional to exceed safety standards, conduct educational programs, ensure a secure working environment on our projects, and leverage their expertise to promote safety excellence. Travel is a must, as this position requires extended travel to project sites for successful execution of responsibilities.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the project safety standards to exceed customer and Barton Malow requirements.
• Conduct safety meetings and educational programs; interface with labor and management representatives to discuss and resolve safety items.
• Conduct project specific safety orientations, Toolbox Talks and all safety related meetings for all employees associated with work on the project.
• Assist in controlling hazardous working conditions and unsafe activities through interface with site personnel, including all sub-contractors.
• Assist with pre-job planning, auditing the process, and providing direct feedback for improvements.
• Conduct incident investigations and submit reports to safety leadership.
• Participate in incident reviews with project leadership, senior safety leadership, directors, and others as needed.
• Document project safety program; including all accidents, safety violations, unsafe conditions/activities.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational health & safety, or another related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of Construction Safety Experience.
• Willing to travel for extended periods of time for project assignments is essential.
• This position requires shift work, which could include weekends and evenings.
• Experience working in one or more of the following environments:
  • Industrial
  • Automotive
  • Energy
  • Data Center
• OSHA 30 Hour certification.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
• CHST certification is preferred.
• OSHA 510 certification is preferred.

Barton Malow is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.