Summary: The Safety Director is directly responsible for managing the Health Safety and Environmental associated with construction projects and company operations.
Role and Responsibilities:
Oversees the field safety team in ensuring compliance with all aspects of managing Site Specific Safety Plans
Responsible for incident case management, injury management, timely reporting, fact-finding and care for our team members.
Proactively complete compliance inspections and support sites when there are 3rd party inspections.
Investigate and analyze accident hazards and injuries thoroughly and timely. Make recommendations to resolve deficiencies.
Research and manage ways to reduce the net premium paid by improving the experience modifier.
Record and compile data, update logs, monitor equipment and schedule maintenance.
Update and maintain the A/Z Corporation Safety Plans. Educate team members in proper procedures and conduct periodic emergency evacuation drills to ensure planning is effective in practice.
Provide recommendations and assistance, along with the field safety team, to Project Managers and Superintendents, with respect to job site hazards, team member education, new/safe equipment operation and safe material or substance utilization.
Ensure compliance with corporate worker's compensation program including working with internal personnel and third-party administrators/legal counsel, to effectively investigate and resolve claims in an expeditious and cost-effective manner.
Perform and oversee investigation of accidents, injuries, and unsafe working conditions to include interfacing with workers compensation claims and communication with injured workers and the return-to-work strategies. Cooperate in the preparation of material and evidence for organizational use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations. Provide recommendations for remedial action.
Remain current on federal, state, county, and local safety regulations. Keep management advised of new or revised regulations and their projected impact.
Plan and implement programs to educate managers and employees in work site safety practices, safe equipment operating techniques and fire prevention for job sites and office.
Facilitate team member education in first aid and CPR.
Ensure new team members receive safety instructions prior to beginning work. Emphasize any specific site hazards and thoroughly explain all applicable precautions.
Provide education to all levels of staff, as required, by Federal and State safety regulations.
Support the Field Safety team regarding all Subcontractor job specific Safety Programs.
Review new Subcontractor pre-qualification documentation to ensure they have an acceptable safety record and communicate with the Field Safety team and Project Manager of their acceptance or rejection.
Plan and implement risk management, safety policies and procedures in compliance with all federal, state, county and local rules and regulations for both field and office operations, to maximize a safe working environment.
Act as corporate contact for any federal, state, or municipal safety or risk management authority and/or personnel, including, but not limited to OSHA and/or DOSH.
Manage and oversee motor vehicle fleet safety program and conduct driver background investigations to qualify authorized drivers.
Manage hazardous materials control program. Work with 3rd party services to review samples and test for hazardous materials prior to the start of demolition on all projects. Secure good faith reports prior to the start of work.
Represent the organization in community or industry safety groups and programs.
Maintain a work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner to ensure positive relationships with clients, subcontractors, co-workers, and management.
Frequently communicate with company President, TCC Corporate Director EH&S and Operations Managers to keep them apprised of pertinent issues.
Participate in client prequalification's and presentation for future work.
Must have the ability to travel within the northeast.
Essential Skills & Characteristics:
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Follow plans and instructions from supervisors or more experienced workers
Interact with all co-workers and clients in an attentive courteous manner
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and Procore
Familiarity with OSHA, DOSH, ANSI, NFPA, EPA, Worker's Compensation Regulations
At times may perform clerical/administrative duties
Educational & Experience Requirements:
Minimum 10 years of direct safety experience in the commercial and industrial construction industry.
Bachelor's degree in industrial hygiene, safety management, environmental science, occupational health, or other related field.
Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST).
OSHA 510
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. On-site requisites include: the ability to bend, maintain a standing or sitting posture for extended durations, ascend stairs, reach overhead, engage in walking, and the capacity to lift objects weighing up to 20 lbs. All physical demands and work environment conditions comply with applicable laws and regulations. Both the employer and employees are expected to adhere to health and safety guidelines and any pertinent company-specific policies.