Safety Engineer

About the role

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Safety Engineer to join their Mission Critical team at various locations including Atlanta, Columbus, Ohio, Phoenix, South Bend, Indiana, and Minneapolis.

Responsibilities

• Interface closely with Mission Critical Campus Safety Manager, Field Managers, and employees to implement, monitor, and enforce the safety program.
• Contribute to the safety and health program management, design, and continual improvement.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory rules, regulations, and laws regarding construction activities.
• Collect and monitor project safety programs from all subcontractors specific to the project.
• Assist in the investigation of all project accidents, incidents, and near misses.
• Analyze investigative data and assist in the development of preventive measures to eliminate or control hazards and potential liability.
• Conduct regular safety inspections of the project including those with project leadership or other project personnel, equipment, and materials to identify hazards and ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations.
• Collect, develop, and disseminate materials and information used in program development and to further safety protection training.
• Avoidance of project safety violations and ensuring compliance with all safety standards and regulations.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of accident reports as prescribed by federal, state, client, and local regulations.
• Assist with the development of appropriate databases to perform data analytics in support of operational improvement and zero incident initiatives.
• Participate in all pre-construction safety meetings and safety committee meetings.
• Review JHA’s, PTP’s, and permits required by subcontractors.
• Conduct project safety orientations, toolbox talks, and all job safety meetings.
• Assist in the oversight of safety support personnel assigned to the project.
• Conduct safety and health program evaluations of construction activities and advise supervision and management of adequacy and compliance with mandatory rules and regulations.
• Assist and provide training and other technical support services on safety-related topics for mission-critical projects to project supervision.
• Assist with the implementation of company drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Administer and coordinate medical treatment facilities for injured workers.
• Provide interface with OSHA.
• Assist and coordinate with OSHA Consultation visits, OSHA Partnerships, and programs on construction sites.
• Assist and coordinate and participate in all OSHA fines and citation meetings.

Requirements

• At least 3+ years of successful safety management experience with mission-critical projects.
• Enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive, and collaborative workspace.
• Desire to be part of an industry leader in commercial real estate who brings a fully integrated and creative design-build approach.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and productively with others.
• Knowledge of mission-critical project systems preferred.
• Knowledge of LOTO requirements.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70E requirements.
• Ability to assist in incident investigations including near misses, injuries, property damage, and those impacting the public.
• Good working understanding of OSHA related to the construction industry.
• Minimum of 3 years construction management experience or 3 years safety experience within the construction industry.
• Good oral communication - effectively relates to individuals or groups.
• Good written skills - able to express ideas and clearly communicate ideas.
• Ability to utilize construction technology systems and multiple computer software platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership - effective in leading groups or individuals toward task completion.
• Initiative - must be a self-starter and complete tasks with little supervision, take a proactive approach, and develop new and innovative solutions.
• OSHA 30-hour construction certificate.
• Current first-aid, CPR, and AED training from a nationally recognized organization.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in occupational safety and health, risk management, electrical engineering, or a related field of study.
• CSP, CSP, CIH, ASP, CHST board-certified credentials are a plus.
• Ability to temporarily travel to project locations.

Skills

• Construction Management
• Safety Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Incident Investigation
• Training and Development
• Health and Safety Program Management
• OSHA Compliance

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Pay

Competitive Salary

Schedule

Full-time