Safety Manager

IES Communications; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

IES Communications is seeking a senior safety professional to implement, administer, and monitor safety programs across locations and clients. You will lead hazard analysis, safety training, and incident investigations to prevent injuries and incidents.

The role requires CHST/OSHA credentials, strong communication skills, and travel within the region. Applicants should have seven years of construction safety experience, knowledge of OSHA standards, and the ability to lead safety initiatives,

Qualifications

• Must possess CHST certification; will consider other BCSP certifications and/or CSMC.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety.
• OSHA 510/500, OSHA 30, and First Aid CPR certified.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Willing to travel within the region; overtime and weekend work as needed.
• Minimum seven years’ experience in construction safety, preferably in telecommunications or electrical industry.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and associated safety standards; Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer.

Responsibilities

• Fully support all safety policies and programs; ensure compliance with Federal and State standards.
• Develop action plans for branches not meeting safety goals; conduct safety audits and inspections.
• Perform safety presentations, training, and coordinate safety audits.
• Lead root cause investigations on incidents and implement corrective actions.
• Establish communication channels within the region and prepare safety reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Oral & written communication

Travel readiness

Education

CHST certification

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety

OSHA 510/500

OSHA 30

First Aid CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for implementing, administering and monitoring all IES safety policies, procedures and programs for the locations, departments, and projects within their assigned geographical region and/or assigned client. Ensures compliance with all IES and Site/Customer safety policies and procedures, as well as Federal and State standards. Develops and manages safety/health initiatives aimed at preventing and eliminating occupational incidents, injuries, and illnesses. Performs and instructs in proper techniques to proactively analyze, evaluate, and address workplace hazards and incidents.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Fully support all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures, and programs and Federal and State standards. Ensure implementation and compliance with IES safety policies, procedures and programs within the Communications Division and site‐specific policies, procedures and programs. Support and provide guidance for operations in developing action plans for any branch, office or project within their region not meeting safety goals and expectations. Perform safety presentations, develop related training, and schedule and coordinate safety audits and inspections to determine compliance with all IES and Site/Customer safety policies, procedures and programs and federal and state safety standards. Conduct or direct activities aimed at identifying potential hazards and develop safety action plans to correct non‑compliance issues. Work with operations and management for implementation, develop processes and plans to reduce or eliminate hazards and safety incidents, deliver and coordinate safety training for management on accident prevention techniques, and prepare written reports and summaries for concise, meaningful information regarding safety audits, investigations, and issues. Conduct and coordinate root cause investigations on recordable incidents, near misses, and vehicle incidents, and use the findings to help operations identify and implement corrective actions to prevent future reoccurrence. Establish committees and conference calls/video to foster communication within their region. Notify the Director of Safety and DSM of any OSHA inspection within their region and provide guidance to local resources, or attend when physically feasible. Prepare and maintain safety‑related records and reports, including but not limited to OSHA 300 logs and incident data for their region or assigned client. Teach, counsel, and mentor stakeholders to uphold the IES safety culture. Participate in hiring and managing site safety coordinators and managers, review claims as needed, and travel for business needs. Other responsibilities as assigned.

Compensation

Salary: $115,000 per year.

Qualifications

Must possess CHST certification; will consider other BCSP certifications and/or CSMC. Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health & Safety. OSHA 510/500, OSHA 30, and First Aid CPR certified. Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint), strong communication and customer relations skills. Willing to travel within the region and work overtime and weekends if needed. Minimum seven years’ experience in construction safety, preferably in telecommunications or electrical industry. Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926, confined space entry standards 1926.1200 Subpart AA, and status as an Authorized OSHA OTI 500 Construction Outreach Trainer. Excellent written and verbal communication, detailed orientation and high-level organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. Minimum education: high school diploma or GED equivalency; associate degree or higher preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Self‑motivated, positive, professional, and able to lead others in project process improvement. Promote company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients, and business partners. Act as liaison with customers, vendors, contractors, and IES representatives. Demonstrate problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills, and the ability to read, write, and give oral presentations. Travel within branch or regional territory as needed. Manual dexterity, flexibility and visual acuity to perform inspection functions requiring walking, climbing, squatting, lifting, bending, twisting, etc. Able to lift 50 lbs. Maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falls. Learn and use company and customer computer systems. Meet company minimum driving standards and respond to safety emergencies with or without advance notice.

Company Overview

IES is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services to a variety of end markets, including electrical, mechanical and communications contracting solutions for commercial, industrial, residential and renewable energy markets. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol IESC. As of the end of IES’s 2024 fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, IES produced over $2.8 billion in revenue and employed over 9,485 employees at over 131 domestic locations across the United States.

EEO Statement

IES is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860‑1500 or any IES office to request assistance. IES participates in E-Verify.