Regional Safety Advisor

Safety Management Group; Bluefield (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with employer matching

Paid holidays

Life and Disability Insurance

Premium Pay after 40 hours

Per Diem $175/night

Job summary

Safety Management Group seeks a Regional Safety Advisor for utility construction in Bluefield, WV, overseeing EHS support across capital construction and maintenance projects in VA, WV, KY, and TN. The role requires 50+ hours weekly, field leadership, and strong collaboration with stakeholders.

The position supports grid enhancement projects, ensures compliance with safety policies, and leads contractor safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years safety experience.
• Ability to obtain CUSP Certification within one year of hire.
• Proficient with email, electronic document development, and safety communications.
• Willing to drive to multiple areas around the state and work outdoors in all weather.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to lead meetings and work in a team.
• Ability to operate vehicles in mountainous terrain.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations at all levels of government.

Responsibilities

• Contractor safety management program implementation.
• Complete quality safety observations and document findings with a focus on leading indicators.
• Establish, build, and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Provide safety leadership for grid enhancement projects.
• Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law and the owner.
• Work to ensure safety requirements are clear to contractors.
• Represent the utility client in meetings.
• Prepare reports clearly and concisely.
• Reinforce safety culture with field crews.
• Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Safety leadership

Field safety

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job 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 401k with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

Safety Management Group seeks a Regional Safety Advisor – Utility Construction - Bluefield, WV

The key functions of a Regional Safety Advisor are to prioritize safety, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible when it comes to change. The Advisor in this role will work in a utility construction environment.

The Regional Safety Advisor is responsible for providing comprehensive environmental, health, and safety (EHS) support across all construction-related activities associated with capital construction and maintenance transmission projects within the Virginia, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Tennessee footprint. Projected schedule is 50+ hours weekly. Schedule can vary.

Additional Information

• SMG full-time, benefitted Associates are eligible for Premium Pay after working 40 billable hours for the week. Premium pay is at a 1.35 multiplier.
• Per Diem is available for non-local candidates only. Per diem is $175/night for overnights.
• Annual pay/merit review/increase.

Overview Of Job Responsibilities

• Contractor safety management program implementation
• Complete quality safety observations, including documentation of findings with a focus on leading indicators
• Establish, build, and maintain effective relationships with appropriate stakeholders
• Provide safety leadership for grid enhancement projects
• Verify compliance with safety policies and procedures as required by law and the owner
• Work to ensure safety requirements are clear to contractors
• Represent the utility client in meetings
• Prepare reports in a clear and concise manner
• Reinforces safety culture with field crews
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures

Requirements

• 5+ years safety experience
• Ability to obtain CUSP Certification within one year of hire date
• Ability to operate vehicles in mountainous terrain
• Be able to work outdoors in all reasonable conditions
• Proficient with effective email correspondence, electronic document development, creating safety-related communications (bulletins, alerts, etc.), navigating new computer software and applications
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
• Ability to lead meetings and initiatives to drive results
• Able to drive to multiple areas around the state

Experience Preferred In The Following Areas

• Transmission & distribution, construction
• Degree preferred
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations at all levels of government, including federal, state, and local

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 (hot and cold environments)
• Being exposed to loud noises
• Wearing personal protective gear correctly

Join an elite group of Safety Professionals!

Safety Management Group 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.