Safety Intern at RJM Construction in Golden Valley, Minnesota

Job Description:

RJM Construction is a fast-growing, high energy, commercial general contracting company headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota. We invest in our people and attract, develop, and retain talented professionals in roles where they can make an impact, as well as grow personally and professionally.

We are seeking a motivated safety intern looking to grow with the RJM team and enhance our team culture. As our safety intern, you will assist the safety director on various projects, which may include on-site work at multiple construction projects. Provide safety administrative support to help achieve the strategic goals of the department by data tracking, preparing minutes, and demonstrating personal responsibility to build a positive safety culture.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
With oversight:

• Conduct regular jobsite walk through audits with Superintendent project team to identify hazards.


• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the overall project safety program, policies and procedures. Collaborate with and assist other departments to reduce and eliminate risk.


• Foster and build relationships to ensure safety compliance with employees, subcontractors, and suppliers.


• Provide administrative support of Safety Director / department as assigned. Records maintenance, tracking, monitoring and evaluation of leading indicator data. 


• Provide safety support to project team members, including but not limited to, attending pre-construction planning meetings with project team to review overall site-specific safety programs. 


• Champion safety messaging, practices and building a culture of care and concern for each team member.


• Escalate issues through the proper chain of command (i.e., job site issues, non-compliant sub-contractors, disciplinary issues, etc.). 


• Assist Safety Director in other Safety department functions as assigned.

Education: 

• Bachelors  degree in Industrial Hygiene, Safety Management, or Construction Management (or in pursuit of a degree)  

Work Experience: 

• No construction experience required, but beneficial

Demonstrated Technical Competencies to include: 

• Basic computer skills 


• Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, Projects 


• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook


• Camtasia or other video editing software


• Procore knowledge a plus, not required

Demonstrated Professional Competencies to include: 

• Strong organizational skills


• Displays a desire to learn and take initiative


• Displays strong written, oral communication skills and effective listening skills


• Critical thinking and problem recognition to make sound decisions in a timely manner. 


• Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.


• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with diverse personalities.

RJM Construction is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.