Safety Manager - Raleigh, NC

McGough Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough Construction in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Safety Manager to lead environmental, health and safety programs across multiple projects. You will enforce policies, assess hazards and coordinate with project teams to prevent incidents.

The role requires a four-year degree in safety or a related field, 5+ years of construction safety experience, OSHA 500, First Aid/CPR/BBP, and ASP or CSP within 2 years. Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering or related degree.
• Minimum 5 years of building construction safety experience or equivalent education and experience.
• OSHA 500 training
• First Aid/CPR/BBP and AED training
• Knowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniques
• ASP or CSP within 2 years of appointment
• Professional management, leadership and interpersonal abilities
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Responsibilities

• Lead and enforce safety on multiple projects per staffing defined by Safety Director.
• Identify and mitigate hazardous conditions using job-specific safety standards and training.
• Partner with project executives, managers, superintendents and foremen.
• Mentor and coach onsite crew; build relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Hold pre-construction safety planning meetings and review site safety programs.
• Participate in OSHA inspections and incident investigations.
• Provide technical and administrative direction to on-site safety personnel.
• Maintain safety records and administer training programs.
• Pass customer background and security screenings as required.

Skills

Safety leadership

OSH knowledge

Communication

Microsoft Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Travel willingness

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Four-year degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

DescriptionMcGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.SAFETY MANAGERThe primary role of the Safety Manager includes the essential functions:Overall McGough Environmental, Health & Safety, and risk control policy and procedure compliance on jobsitesLead, direct and enforce safety on a multiple construction projects, based on the safety staffing requirements as defined by the Safety DirectorIdentify, eliminate and control hazardous conditions that may lead to injury and/or property damage using job specific safety standards, best management practices, training and disciplinary techniquesPartnering with Project Executives, Project Managers, Superintendents and ForemanMentoring and coaching onsite crewFostering and building relationships to ensure safety compliance with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliersQualifications:Required:Four-year degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Engineering or related degreeMinimum 5 years of building construction safety experience or equivalent education and experienceOSHA 500 trainingFirst Aid/CPR/BBP and AED trainingKnowledge of safety/environmental principles and techniquesAchievement of ASP or CSP is required within 2 years of appointment to this positionDemonstrated ability to identify known potential exposures and lead implementation of corrective actionsProfessional management, leadership and interpersonal abilitiesGood written and verbal communication skillsStrong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite programsBilingual English/SpanishOffice and Travel:Office: Various jobsites and/or Field Operations office.Travel: In addition to regional meetings, state-wide travel.Responsibilities and Tasks:McGough Safety Team:Perform all functions and responsibilities in partnership with McGough's culture, corporate vision, ethics and code of conductBuild positive working relationships with Safety Team, McGough project and jobsite staff and subcontractor safety representativesContribute to the development and enhancement of the overall project safety programManage time and resource allocation appropriately to provide overall safety leadership to assigned project(s)Strive for continued growth of professional knowledge and skills to contribute to the team dynamicProvide coverage as needed when other team members are absentSafety Oversight:Enforce safety program and related policies and procedures and implement immediate corrective actions in accordance with McGough, federal, state and local regulations and owner requirementsAid project management personnel to ensure compliance with all safety, accident and fire programs, procedures and policiesStop any unsafe practices, train on correct behavior, and recommend suitable disciplinary actionAt the start of each project, hold pre-construction planning meeting with McGough jobsite staff and subcontractors to review overall site safety program and job hazard analysis for their scope of work, and ensure plans are in place to mitigate risksProvide technical and administrative direction to on-site safety personnelInvolvement in OSHA inspections and related follow-upAccident/incident investigationResearch safety topicsJobsite Safety & Training:Conduct weekly jobsite walk throughs/audits with Superintendent/Foremen to identify hazards and train safe behaviorConduct bi-weekly site wide safety meetings focusing on timely and relevant activities to the jobsiteTrain employees utilizing company provided safety and hazard awareness training programsRecognize hazardous situation and implement corrective proceduresThoroughly investigate all incidents and accidentsTracking & Administrative:Evaluate training needs and make recommendations to Safety Team, jobsite leadership, and/or to subcontractorsPerform jobsite inspections and prepare reports via preferred technological platform addReview all safety documentation/reports for accuracy and completenessTrack and identify trendsMaintain job site specific safety administrative files and recordsAdditional:Ability to pass customer required background and security screeningsHold a valid driver’s license with a clear recordAssume additional assignments/tasks as neededPhysical Requirements:The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Position involves sitting for extended periods of time while working at a computer terminal. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking and lifting is also required.Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures. In addition, employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, and climbing stairs.#IND-PC