Safety Engineer

Ryan Companies US, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. is seeking a Safety Engineer to join our Mission Critical team. You will partner with project leadership to implement and monitor safety programs across multiple current locations and regulated environments.

The role requires at least 3+ years of safety management on mission critical projects in construction, with a proactive, collaborative mindset. You will lead safety inspections, incident investigations, and data-driven improvements, ensuring compliance with OSHA and

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and productively with others.
• Knowledge of mission critical project systems.
• Knowledge of LOTO requirements.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E requirements.
• Assist in incident investigations including near misses, injuries, property damage.
• OSHA 30-hour construction certificate.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project locations.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Mission Critical Campus Safety Manager, Field Managers and employees to implement, monitor and enforce the safety program.
• Contribute to safety program management, design, and continual improvement.
• Monitor construction activities and advise management on compliance with regulations.
• Collect and monitor project safety programs from all subcontractors.
• Assist in investigation of accidents, incidents and near misses.
• Analyze data and develop preventive measures to reduce hazards and liability.
• Prepare and submit accident reports as required by regulations.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and toolbox talks on site.
• Develop databases to support data analytics for operational improvement.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Safety program knowledge

LOTO knowledge

NFPA 70E knowledge

OSHA 30-hour

Incident investigations

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, risk management, electrical engineering or related field

CSP / CIH / ASP / CHST certification (plus)

Job description

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Safety Engineer to join our Mission Critical team at any number of current locations: Atlanta, Columbus, Ohio, Phoenix, South Bend, Indiana, OR Minneapolis.

Do you bring at least 3+ years of successful safety management experience with mission critical projects? Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial real estate who brings a fully integrated and creative design-build approach? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Interface closely with Mission Critical Campus Safety Manager, Field Managers and employees to implement, monitor and enforce the safety program.

• Contribute to the safety and health program management, design, and continual improvement.

• Monitors construction activities and advises management on compliance with applicable regulatory rules, regulations, and/or laws.

• Collect and monitor project safety programs from all subcontractors that are specific to the project.

• Assists in the investigation of all project accidents, incidents and near misses.

• Analyzes investigative data and assists in the development of preventive measures to eliminate or control hazards and potential liability.

• Assists in the preparation and submittal of accident reports as prescribed by federal, state, client and local regulations.

• Conduct regular safety inspections of the project including those with project leadership or other project personnel of the project, equipment, and materials to identify hazards and ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations.

• Collects, develops, and disseminates materials and information used in program development and to further safety protection training.

• Assist with compiling and distributing statistical reports on safety performance, accident costs and OSHA related fines.

• Assist with the development of appropriate databases to perform data analytics in support of operational improvement and zero incident initiatives

• Participate in all preconstruction safety meetings and safety committee meetings.

• Review JHA's, PTP's and permits required by subcontractors.

• Conduct project safety orientations, toolbox talks, and all job safety meetings.

• Assist in the oversite of safety support personnel assigned to the project.

• Conducts safety and health program evaluations of construction activities and advises supervision and management of adequacy and compliance with mandatory rules and regulations.

• Assist and provides training and other technical support services on safety related topics for mission critical projects to project supervision.

• Assist with implementation of company drug and alcohol testing programs.

• Administers and coordinates medical treatment facilities for injured workers.

• Provides interface with OSHA.

• Assists at each site during compliance inspections.

• Assist and coordinate with OSHA Consultation visits, OSHA Partnerships, and programs on construction sites.

• Assist and coordinates and participates in all OSHA fines and citation meetings.

Some things we expect you might have:

• Ability to work independently and productively with others.

• Knowledge of mission critical project systems preferred.

• Knowledge of LOTO requirements.

• Knowledge of NFPA 70E requirements.

• Assist in incident investigations including near misses, injuries, property damage, and those impacting the public.

• Individual must possess a good working understanding of OSHA related to the construction industry.

• Individual must have a minimum of years of construction management experience or 3 years safety experience within the construction industry.

• Good oral communication - effectively relates to individuals or group situations.

• Good written skills - able to express ideas and clearly communicate ideas.

• Ability to utilize construction technology systems and multiple computer software platforms.

• Demonstrates leadership - effective in leading group or individual toward completion of tasks.

• Initiative - must be a self-starter and complete tasks with little supervision, take a pro-active approach and develop new and innovative solutions.

• OSHA 30-hour construction certificate.

• Current first-aid, CPR and AED training from a nationally recognized organization

• Associate or bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, risk management, electrical engineering or a related field of study.

• CSP, CSP, CIH, ASP, CHST board certified credential is a plus.

• Ability to temporarily travel to project locations.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.