Safety Manager II

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Jackson, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Jackson, MS is seeking a Safety Manager to lead site safety across water and commercial projects. The role emphasizes developing training programs, conducting safety walks, investigations, and fostering a culture of proactive risk management.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in MS Office, data analysis, and OSHA standards, with First Aid/CPR certifications and bilingual English/Spanish skills. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent listening skills and strong communication abilities.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment.
• Reliable and instill trust.

Responsibilities

• Safety resource for jobsites in Jackson, MS for water and commercial projects.
• Develop and implement current safety training programs as required, including Competent Person classes.
• Identify safety training needs and provide safety training as appropriate.
• Conduct project pre-construction meetings and review site-specific safety plans.
• Conduct safety assessment to track trends and ensure compliance with company, Federal, and State regulatory standards.
• Assists Project Management in developing site-specific safety plans.
• Coach project team members on safety leadership & management practices.
• Review Safety Task Assessment STA to provide feedback for improvement.
• Conducts equipment training and evaluations.
• Be able to deliver reports.
• Conduct documented safety walks when visiting jobs via KPA EHS software.
• Conduct incident investigations to prevent future occurrences.
• Be able to assist injured employees in managing risk.
• Set up clinics and hospitals before the job starts.

Skills

MS Office

Data analysis

First Aid

OSHA Standards

English/Spanish

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc., a highly regarded General Contractor throughout the Southeast, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Safety Manager. We are currently seeking someone who is willing to work in our Jackson, MS region.

Primary responsibilities

• Safety resource for jobsites in Jackson, MS for water and commercial projects.
• Develop and implement current safety training programs as required, including Competent Person classes.
• Identify safety training needs and provide safety training as appropriate.
• Conduct project pre-construction meetings and review site-specific safety plans.
• Conduct safety assessment to track trends and ensure compliance with company, Federal, and State regulatory standards.
• Assists Project Management in developing site-specific safety plans.
• Coach project team members on safety leadership & management practices.
• Review Safety Task Assessment STA to provide feedback for improvement.
• Conducts equipment training and evaluations.
• Be able to deliver reports.
• Conduct documented safety walks when visiting jobs via KPA EHS software.
• Conduct incident investigations to prevent future occurrences.
• Be able to assist injured employees in managing risk.
• Set up clinics and hospitals before the job starts.

Technical skills

• MS Office proficiency
• Data analysis
• First Aid Certified
• OSHA Standards

Qualifications

• Excellent listening skills and strong communication skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Effective participation in a team environment.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do,” “let’s find a solution” attitude.
• Reliable and instill trust.
• Be competent in Fall Protection, Scaffolding, Excavation & Trenching.
• OSHA 500
• CPR/first aid/AED trained.
• English and Spanish speaking required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability

Wharton-Smith provides equal opportunity to qualified disabled veterans, Pre‑JVA special disabled veterans and individuals with disabilities to online application systems by making reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access for submitting to job openings. (i.e., wheelchair accessibility, website accessibility, etc).

Our recruiting process is centralized and is handled by our HR Department. If we are sent unsolicited resumes from recruiters, we will not pay any recruiting fees. Unsolicited resumes are any resumes sent to us by a recruiter who has not been pre-approved by HR, has not signed our contract, and has not been requested by our HR Department to search for a specific position.