Regional Safety Manager Remote

RemoteFetch; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Regional Safety Manager to lead safety and health programs for multiple construction sites across the region. You will coach site safety managers, deploy incident prevention measures, and ensure alignment with client & GC requirements and regulatory standards.

You will manage site onboarding, training, inspections, and safety meetings while promoting a zero-injury culture and reporting to the Direct Line operations team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in safety or related field and 5+ years construction safety experience.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA regulations and OSHA 30 Construction required.
• Certifications (500/510) and BCSP preferred; experience with safety software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and health programs for regional construction sites.
• Coach site safety managers and personnel to uphold standards.
• Develop and administer incident prevention and reporting processes.
• Ensure adherence to customer safety programs and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate safety plan onboarding for new sites and train site safety managers.
• Support incident investigations and workers' comp processes as needed.
• Conduct site inspections and safety meetings; provide corrective actions.
• Promote a zero-injury culture across projects and teams.

Skills

OSHA Regulations

Team Leadership

Incident Investigation

Communication Skills

Safety Program Development

Travel 30%

Independent Work

Contractor Liaison

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety or related field

OSHA 30 Construction

500/510 OSHA Certification

BCSP Certification (CSP, ASP or CHST)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety software

Data center safety practices

Job description

About the Role:

The Regional Safety Manager will be a key member of our operations team supporting our construction projects. They will be responsible for setting the standards and operating practices for our key accounts, and furthermore ensure compliance with the standards. They will have a dotted line reporting relationship to all the site safety managers and will collaboratively work with the site managers to manage safety issues/escalations when needed.

What You'll Do:

• Manages performance and accountability for Safety & Health for their region or area of responsibility.
• Leads and coaches a team of Site Safety Managers and site personnel in working safely.
• Develops and manages the administration of the customer/project/company incident (injury, illness, and accident) prevention efforts for their business unit / geography.
• Supports the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of safety programs across Direct Line's operations through partnership with site leadership and safety personnel.
• Supports the adherence to the customer safety program and acts as the point of contact for DL for strategic discussions around the evolution of the safety program.
• Act as the safety point of contact for new sites, to understand the local site requirements, develop the site specific safety plan, and ultimately onboard and train the safety manager at the site.
• May respond to RFPs, participate in customer meetings or customer safety teams as necessary
• Actively promotes a zero-injury culture across all employees and functions.
• Assists in the development and facilitate appropriate training programs.
• Review required safety documentation for sites.
• Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs through periodic site field walks with safety and Operations personnel, with a focus on company requirements, client & GC requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate all injury/illness cases and assist with workers' compensation cases, as needed.
• As needed, fulfil the site safety manager responsibilities.
• Assist with or conduct work area safety, health & environment assessments.
• Assists in the development, organization, and implementation of safety related programs that meet regulatory and company safety standards.
• Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with a focus on hazard recognition and unsafe behaviors.
• Coordinate and conduct safety meetings/training programs to ensure effective communication amongst employees.
• Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Ensure personnel safety and health by reviewing the job hazard analysis for major phases of our work.
• Assist and develop various safety, health & environment reports, as required by Direct Line, or the Client or General Contractor.
• Support Crew Foreman/General Foremen in development of Job Hazard Analyses.
• Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs through site field walks with safety and Operations personnel, with a focus on company requirements, client & GC requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Meet regularly with field personnel and support in the development of project specific corrective action plans to address safety issues and concerns.
• Provide regular feedback to project leadership in a constructive manner on needed areas for safety improvement and recognition.
• Assist in responding to safety & health prequalification and job bid requirements and assist with project readiness.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for employees exhibiting unsafe behaviors and provide recognition for employees exhibiting safe behaviors.
• Assist with delivery of jobsite specific safety orientations for new employees and agency workers joining the project, as applicable.
• Support Project Leadership in completion of incident investigations in a thorough and timely manner.
• Help drive & support safety recognition programs and efforts.
• Provide support to improving Safety Culture at company.

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred in safety & health or the sciences).
• Minimum 5 years in construction safety experience.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• OSHA 30 Construction required. 500/510 OSHA certifications preferred.
• BCSP Certification (CSP, ASP or CHST) preferred
• Experience with union workforce desired.
• Experience with data center work strongly desired.
• Ability to work independently, strong written and oral communication skills with ability to influence behaviors.
• Ability to communicate and work professionally with Clients and General Contractors.
• Ability to manage multiple personnel (directly and indirectly), and coach their teams to high performance and standards.
• Ability to solve critical problems & issues, calmly and efficiently.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Skill or ability to learn various safety software programs.
• Ability to walk throughout sites, including construction sites, for extended periods of time.
• Ability to travel for office, meetings and site visits 30%.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

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Candidate Accommodations:

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About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm and a premier provider of critical infrastructure services. The company has more than 155,000 employees serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage servicing, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience, critical infrastructure); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.