Safety Manager

Gallagher Bassett; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits programs

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Global reach with local impact

Job summary

Gallagher Bassett Company – Technical Services Division seeks experienced Environmental Health & Safety consultants to provide on-site leadership on construction, industrial, energy, and technology projects across the United States. You’ll promote a strong safety culture and ensure OSHA compliance while partnering with project teams and owners.

The role requires field execution, incident investigations, and reporting to clients, with certifications and multi-site coordination valued.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety experience across project environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety programs.
• Experience conducting field audits, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with project managers, craft personnel, and clients.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic safety reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field safety observations, inspections, and audits.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective actions with project teams.
• Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA and site requirements.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly safety reports for clients.
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings, and trainings.
• Review JHAs, AHAs, permits, and safe work plans.
• Support high-risk activities such as fall protection and LOTO.

Skills

Field safety leadership

Hazard recognition

Incident investigation

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

CHST

ASP

CSP

HAZWOPER 40-Hour

NFPA 70E

Fall Protection Competent Person

Excavation & Trenching Competent Person

Confined Space Competent Person

Tools

Electronic safety reporting systems

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.

Overview

In-Field EHS Consultant

Gallagher Bassett Company - Technical Services Division

Position Summary

We are seeking experienced Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Consultants to provide on-site safety leadership and support on construction, industrial, manufacturing, energy, and technology projects throughout the United States. Our consultants serve as the boots-on-the-ground safety resource for clients, partnering with project management teams, craft professionals, contractors, and owners to promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and industry best practices.

Projects may include data centers, semiconductor facilities, solar installations, manufacturing plants, hospitals, commercial high-rise construction, infrastructure projects, and other large-scale construction and industrial environments.

How you'll make an impact

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct daily field safety observations, inspections, and audits.
• Identify workplace hazards and work with project teams to implement corrective actions.
• Monitor contractor compliance with OSHA regulations and site-specific safety requirements.
• Lead or participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly safety reports for clients and stakeholders.
• Facilitate toolbox talks, safety meetings, and employee training sessions.
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), permits, and safe work plans.
• Support high-risk activities including:
• Fall protection
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Confined space entry
• Crane and rigging operations
• Excavation and trenching
• Hot work
• Electrical safety
• Serve as the primary liaison between workers, supervisors, subcontractors, and client representatives regarding EHS matters.
• Maintain an active field presence and promote safe work practices through coaching and engagement.
• Assist clients with regulatory compliance, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

• 5+ years of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) experience supporting construction, industrial, manufacturing, energy, utility, data center, semiconductor, or similar project environments.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, industry best practices, hazard recognition, incident investigation, and safety compliance programs.
• Experience conducting field audits, inspections, safety observations, training, and corrective action management.
• Ability to effectively communicate with project managers, supervisors, craft personnel, subcontractors, and client representatives.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic safety reporting systems.

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction
• OSHA 510 and/or OSHA 500
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician)
• ASP (Associate Safety Professional)
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
• STS-C (Safety Trained Supervisor Construction
• CSHO (Certified Safety & Health Official)
• HAZWOPER 40-Hour
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
• NFPA 70E
• Fall Protection Competent Person
• Excavation & Trenching Competent Person
• Confined Space Competent Person

Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well‑being
• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
• A collaborative, people‑first culture with accessible leadership
• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)