Safety Professional

C.W. Wright Construction Company, LLC.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Richmond, VA seeks a Safety Coordinator to support the development of an injury-free work culture. This role includes creating safety plans, evaluating compliance on job sites, and mentoring employees on safety practices. Candidates should have 5 years of construction safety experience and preferably a degree in a safety discipline. The position requires extensive travel (70%-90%) to various job sites.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in construction safety, preferably electrical T&D safety.
• Understanding electrical industry standards like OSHA, NFPA, NESC, ASTM, ANSI.
• CPR/FA Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement safety plans ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Evaluate effectiveness of safety programs through daily observations.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to employees exhibiting unsafe behaviors.

Skills

Construction safety experience

Strong communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work independently

Education

2 or 4 year college degree in safety discipline

OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer Card; OSHA 500

Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) or BCSP certification

Job description

Description

Responsibilities include supporting company objectives in developing and sustaining an incident and injury-free work culture. This field position will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations, as well as company policies and procedures. Travel to job sites within Richmond, VA, and surrounding areas. Travel is required and extensive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and implement safety plans while ensuring that they are being followed daily.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs through daily field observations. Provide regulatory compliance and audit oversight.
• Meet regularly with field personnel and support in the development of project-specific corrective action plans to address safety issues and concerns.
• Provide regular feedback to project leadership in a constructive manner on needed areas for safety improvement and recognition.
• Provide coaching and mentoring for employees exhibiting unsafe behaviors and provide recognition for employees exhibiting safe behaviors.
• Support Project Leadership with investigation and documentation of all accidents/injuries to include corrective actions.
• Perform periodic evaluations of power tools and equipment to ensure equipment is being maintained in good working order, as applicable.
• Monitor and evaluate Subcontractor compliance with applicable rules and regulations, and project safety requirements.
• Support Project Leadership in the development and execution of weekly toolbox safety meetings
• Ensure Foremen, General Foreman, and Superintendents are conducting Leadership Observations and giving appropriate coaching as needed.
• Attend and evaluate pre-job briefings/JTHA’s meetings and observe the participation of the crew and provide feedback to Project leadership on the thoroughness and effectiveness.
• Provide PPE to job sites and crews that include rubber gloves and sleeve change‑outs as required.

Requirements

• 2 or 4 year college degree desired, preferably in a safety discipline
• 5 years in construction safety experience (electrical T&D safety experience preferred)
• Must possess current OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer Card; OSHA 500
• T&D lineman experience a plus
• Exelon OPCO experience a plus
• Certified Utility Safety Professional (CUSP) or Board-Certified Safety Professional (BCSP) safety certification is desired.
• Understanding of electrical industry consensus standards such as OSHA, NFPA, NESC, ASTM, and ANSI
• CPR/FA Certified (Trainer Preferred)
• Ability to work independently and strong communication skills with the ability to influence behaviors.
• Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, etc.)
• Travel – 70%-90%

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. CW Wright is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CW Wright will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.