Construction Safety Advisor

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations, as well as company safety policies.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify unsafe conditions, practices, or equipment.
• Affiliate in the development and implementation of site-specific safety plans and procedures.
• Ensure all subcontractors and vendors comply with project safety requirements.

Training and Awareness

• Deliver safety orientations and toolbox talks for employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
• Provide ongoing training to promote hazard recognition and safe work practices.
• Coach and mentor workers and supervisors to enhance safety performance and accountability.

Incident Management

• Investigate incidents, accidents, and near-misses to determine root causes.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support return-to-work and corrective action processes following incidents.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of safety inspections, audits, training, and incident reports.
• Generate and submit required safety performance reports to management and clients.
• Track leading and lagging indicators to measure safety performance.

Collaboration and Support

• Work closely with project managers, foremen, and crews to integrate safety into daily operations.
• Participate in pre-task planning and job hazard analysis (JHA) reviews.
• Act as a liaison between field staff and corporate safety leadership.
• Provide guidance on personal protective equipment (PPE) selection, use, and care.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve safety systems, processes, and culture.
• Stay current on industry safety trends, best practices, and regulatory updates.
• Support company-wide safety initiatives and contribute to long-term safety goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, or related field (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction certification (required).
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local construction safety regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on active construction sites.