Safety & Health Manager - Conventional Generation - GA

Black & Veatch Corporation; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Safety & Health Manager in a dynamic construction environment. This mid-level role involves implementing safety procedures, conducting training, and managing health programs on-site. With a commitment to employee development and sustainability, you will play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance on complex projects. If you have a passion for safety and a desire to make a difference in construction, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your career while contributing to impactful projects that shape the future of infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of safety and health experience required.
• Safety and health certification preferred.
• Experience in a construction environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain safety and health procedures on projects.
• Conduct safety training and inspections.
• Manage project security contracts and safety programs.

Skills

Safety and Health Standards

Communication Skills

Conflict Management Skills

First Aid/Medical Functions

Report Writing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Safety and Health

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Software

Job description

Safety & Health Manager - Conventional Generation - GA

Date: Mar 20, 2025

Location: Newnan, GA, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Job Summary

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering.

This is mid-level project position, which is accountable for implementing and maintaining the Company's Safety and Health Procedures on a larger, moderately complex project. Performs medium to high complexity tasks and may act as a supervisor to other safety and health professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Implements, administers and maintains project Drug and Alcohol Substance Abuse Program.
• Develops and conducts employee safety and health training programs.
• Conducts detailed site safety and health inspections.
• Manages project security contracts, programs and policies.
• Performs record keeping / filing functions.
• Conducts incident and injury/illness investigations.
• Writes detailed injury/illness reports.
• Completes all appropriate company safety and health program documents.
• Interfaces with clients and government officials.
• Manages construction contractor safety and health program administration.
• Administers project worker's compensation programs and procedures.
• May act as Safety and Health Consultant to internal and external clients.
• May act as on-site first aid and medical provider.
• Provides supervision, training, development, and performance management of direct reports.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.
• Supervises Safety and Health Intern, Safety and Health Specialist 1, 2, and 3.

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years safety and health experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Safety and health certification, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 3+ years in a construction environment preferred.
• Preferred Skills: Knowledge of safety and health standards and practices, Knowledge of company substance abuse policies and procedures, Knowledge of worker's compensation policies and procedures, Knowledge of construction contracting strategies and contract administration, Knowledge of company safety and health consultation capabilities and ability to perform as a consultant, Ability to perform first aid/medical functions, Communication skills, Word processing and spreadsheet computer software programs, Ability to write detailed reports, Human relations skills, Conflict management skills, Ability to effectively interface with client and government officials.

Certifications

First Aid, CPR, Drug testing certified, OSHA 500/501, Safety and Health Program Administration, OSHA 10 hour.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment:
• Typical construction site environment:
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions.
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

005