Site Safety Manager

Job DetailsJob Location: Austin - Pflugerville, TX 78660

Summary 

The Site Safety Manager will be the key point of contact for safety on their jobsite.  The Safety Manager will help in the development, implementation, and coordination of field and corporate safety, accident, and fire protection programs.  They will work closely with the Safety Director to plan and coordinate corporate risk control and insurance programs to minimize losses. Perform regular safety audits/inspections at jobsites around the jobsite. They will investigate and document all incidents in their region. They may conduct training on certain equipment used in the field, i.e., class 7 forklifts, MEWP’s, etc. Partner with leadership to drive a culture of accountability around safety. 

Essential Functions 

Safety Training Program 

Assist in the development of company safety policies and programs.  

Work with managers and supervisors in managing hazardous working conditions and eliminating unsafe employee activities.   

Investigate and recommend improvements in processes, design, procedures, and operations to minimize hazard potential. 

Oversee the compliance of the company AWAIR Program.  

Lead the planning, coordination for the all-company annual safety meetings. 

Conduct annual OSHA requirements training. 

Oversee LEED disposal policies and procedures in the field. 

Safety and operations training on certain jobsite equipment. 

Work with jobsite safety coordinators to ensure proper policy implementation on the jobsite 

Work with General Contractor safety personnel to train and promote safe work practices on the jobsite. 

Conduct regular JHA’s, safety stand-downs, site audits and inspections. 

Manage, lead, and facilitate all safety trainings beginning with new hire orientation, fall protection, lockout tagout, ergonomics, etc. 

Build and Maintain Field Relationships 

Stay in regular contact with field staff in relation to safety practices, toolbox talks, and reporting procedures.  Build rapport with the field so that communications are regular and consistent.  

Collaborate with the safety team and leadership to further develop foremen processes, procedures, and training.  

Hold field accountable to safety practices; provide spot or safety rewards per Berg’s program to positively reinforce behavior. 

Work directly with General Contractor to help mitigate any hazards on the jobsite, even items that may not pertain to our company. 

Listen as to what is going on out in the field. 

Ability to be a sounding board and defuse upset employees and collaborate closely with the Safety Director as appropriate  

Assist in new employee orientation, specifically safety program training as well as curriculum development.   

Prepare and Conduct Safety Audits 

OSHA 300 log and reporting 

Maintain SDS logs 

Willing to respond to any incident 24/7, especially with our night work. 

Have knowledge of OSHA compliance requirements as well as attend any OSHA audits.   

Lead and participate in the safety committee meetings and solidify other relevant connections to the field. 

conduct regular audits and inspections of the jobsite. 

Control Safety Equipment  

Inspect and assess the job site requirements for safety equipment. 

Maintain an adequate inventory of safety equipment to meet project requirements. 

Supply safety materials and equipment and restock as necessary, in office and at jobsites. 

Communicate directly with field supervision to provide all safety equipment or material they made need.  

Inspect and log equipment such as harnesses, SRL’s, lanyards, anchors, assured grounding, etc. as need or required by OSHA.  

Injuries 

Take calls regarding a First Report of Injury Report acting as the first point of contact. 

Give guidance for job site safety requirements and provide the equipment necessary. 

Put together any pre-job site paperwork for the General Contractor. 

Report and work directly with General Contractor regarding site-specific accidents. 

Participate in loss-control activities and claim reviews with insurers. 

Administrator 

Weekly reports to National/Regional Safety Director with a summary of all job site visits. 

Collaborate on the maintenance of safety-related policies to ensure both compliance and accurately reflects Berg practices and protocols.  

Restocking first aid kits and other first-aid items; eye solution, skin glue, etc. 

Updating foreman file boxes 

Maintain and file all employee certifications, ensuring they’re certified on a given piece of equipment before they operate it. 

Work closely with pre-con & estimating team to help identify safety/health expenses relating to a given job.  

Qualifications

Experience and Qualifications 

Minimum Qualifications  

Handle safety equipment including replacements and certifications. 

Up to date knowledge of safety equipment, requirements, and state OSHA 

Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements/standards 

Strong organizational skills 

Proven talent to retain a positive brand and relationship with a client while in the field. 

Competent with Microsoft Office Suite 

Thorough knowledge of safety-related expenses, from PPE to certifications and training to crane operations, etc. 

Knowledge of hazardous materials, how to dispose or recycle them, local and state laws surrounding them, exposure hazards to employees, etc. 

Understanding of OSHA record keeping requirements; recordable incidents, lost-time, severe injuries, etc. 

Preferred Qualifications  

Bachelor’s Degree in Safety/Risk Management or 2-4 years of related experience in the construction field; or an equivalent mix of education and field experience.  

Strong communicator at all levels  

Problem-solving and organizational skills 

OSHA 30, 510, 500 Certified 

Sedentary Work 

Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 - 15 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying. 

Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. 

Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met. 

The Berg Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.