Senior Safety Manager

Aldridge Electric; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Incentive Programs

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Legal Assistance

Identity Protection

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aldridge Electric is seeking an experienced Senior Safety Manager for the DC-Maryland-Virginia Area Transportation division. This role is crucial for implementing and overseeing the Health, Safety, and Environmental management system.

The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in construction safety, a minimum of 3-5 years in a leadership role, and expertise in foundation work. The annual salary ranges from $120,000 to $160,000, depending on various factors, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in construction safety, with 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Deep expertise in foundation work and heavy civil construction.
• Proven experience in managing safety teams and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Health, Safety, and Environmental management system.
• Lead safety audits and incident investigations.
• Develop and refine safety protocols for projects.

Skills

Construction safety expertise

Leadership skills

Risk assessment

Incident investigation

Safety protocol development

Education

CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)

Job description

Senior Safety Manager

We are looking for a Senior Safety Manager responsible for implementing and overseeing the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) management system for the DC-Maryland-Virginia Area Transportation division. This role focuses on high-level risk mitigation, leadership of the field safety team, and ensuring that all project operations align with both corporate standards and client-specific requirements.

What you'll do

Leadership & Team Management

• Direct Supervision: Provide daily leadership, mentorship, and professional development for Safety Managers and Safety Engineers.
• Resource Allocation: Manage the deployment of safety personnel across various project sites to ensure adequate coverage based on risk profiles and workload.
• Performance Evaluation: Conduct regular performance reviews and provide technical guidance to ensure the safety team is meeting divisional goals.

Strategic Safety Planning

• Hazard Mitigation: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for complex foundation projects, focusing on high-hazard activities such as drilling, heavy lifting, and specialized electrical work.
• Program Implementation: Execute the "680" and overall HSE requirements as directed by the HSE Lead and Senior Vice Presidents.
• Policy Development: Assist in refining safety protocols specifically for the Foundations division to address unique environmental and structural challenges.

Compliance & Incident Management

• Audit & Oversight: Lead site audits and inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and internal Aldridge Electric standards.
• Incident Investigation: Act as the lead investigator for major incidents or "near misses," performing root-cause analysis (RCA) and developing corrective action plans to prevent recurrence.
• Reporting: Consolidate safety metrics from the field and present detailed reports to the HSE Lead.

Client & Project Integration

• Contractual Compliance: Ensure all field operations meet the specific "Contractual Requirements" and safety credentials mandated by project owners.
• Safety Culture: Foster a "Safety First" culture by leading safety meetings, participating in pre-construction planning, and serving as the primary safety liaison for project stakeholders.

Who you are

• 10+ years in construction safety, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role overseeing other safety professionals.
• Deep expertise in foundation work, power infrastructure, and heavy civil construction.
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional) or CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician) preferred.

What we offer

The annual base pay for this role is between $120,000 - $160,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.