Strategic Construction Safety Lead

Gilbane; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Retirement program

Job summary

Gilbane is seeking a Safety Manager for Next150 Construction Services on a large-scale project. The role will lead safety efforts on-site, ensure subcontractor compliance, and drive a strong safety culture across teams. Occasional travel to the office for meetings and training is expected.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Safety/Engineering, 4–6 years’ construction safety experience, and BCSP certification, with OSHA instructor credentials preferred. Competitive salary with benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred.
• 4–6 years of construction safety management experience.
• BCSP credential.
• Certified and authorized instructor by GU and OSHA to teach safety courses to employees and contractors.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Supports all safety efforts on the project and promotes the Gilbane safety culture.
• Ensures contractor activities are preplanned for safety through scope review, preconstruction meetings, JHA review, STAs, etc.
• Ensures contractors meet Gilbane safety submittal requirements.
• Ensures contractor compliance with Gilbane safety plan & expectations.
• Maintains all safety related documentation.
• Makes recommendations concerning situations hazardous to employee safety or health.
• Utilizes SafetyNet to Audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan.
• Performs at least 15 SafetyNet inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection.
• Provides and analyzes SafetyNet trending reports with project team and develops action plans.
• Coaches project team in effective hazard identification and correction of issues using SafetyNet.
• Investigates all accidents/near misses and complete all paperwork required.
• Ensures project teams have safety equipment and resources.
• Serves as project liaison and manages project correspondence with Insurance carriers.
• Provides safety training to project teams on Gilbane, client, and OSHA requirements.
• Trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks.
• Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members.
• Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports.
• Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables.
• Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the Builder of Choice.

Skills

Business Insights

Strategic Mindset

Emotional Intelligence

High Performing Teams

Team Accountability

Coaching & Development

Education

Bachelor's degree (Safety Management or Engineering)

4–6 years construction safety management

BCSP credential

GU/OSHA instructor certification

Equivalent combo of education/experience

Tools

SafetyNet

Microsoft Office

Job description

Gilbane is seeking a Safety Manager for Next150 Construction Services on a large-scale project. The role will lead safety efforts on-site, ensure subcontractor compliance, and drive a strong safety culture across teams. Occasional travel to the office for meetings and training is expected.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Safety/Engineering, 4–6 years’ construction safety experience, and BCSP certification, with OSHA instructor credentials preferred. Competitive salary with benefits.