Sr Safety Manager

About the role

Gilbane is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to lead the safety function for a single Business Unit or multiple small Business Units. We are looking for a highly technical, strong communicator who thrives in a team environment and is eager to work on complex projects. As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. We are committed to delivering projects safely and on-time, and you will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more. Gilbane is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, and encourages applicants whose past experience may not align perfectly with every qualification to apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the successful implementation of the Gilbane Cares safety culture across the business
• Develops and ensures distribution and understanding of project-specific safety plans for all new projects based on Safety Alignment Assessment
• Performs at least 6 SafetyNet inspections per month with at least 100 observations in each inspection
• Utilizes SafetyNet to audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan
• Analyzes SafetyNet trending reports and shares them with project teams
• Coaches and mentors project teams in effective hazard identification and correction of issues using SafetyNet
• Ensures open SafetyNet items are closed in a timely manner
• Assists teams with developing corrective action plans
• Identifies and provides relevant training within the Business Unit(s) (e.g., IIF, topical, Blocking & Tackling, Playbooks)
• Ensures that all incidents are investigated, documented, and closed per Gilbane company policy
• Analyzes leading and lagging indicators, provides direction to Business Unit leadership on focus areas and trends, and recommends corrective actions when needed
• Provides development, support, and mentorship for Safety Managers under oversight
• Supports business development in responding to client safety pre-qualifications and safety presentations
• Attends Peer Group meetings as directed by the Corporate Safety Director
• Develops professional safety relationships internally and externally, and participates in industry peer meetings and/or professional organizations
• Assists Safety Director with initiatives and requests for information
• Assists with Gilbane internal Safety awards in Division
• May be required to assist with tasks typically assigned to more junior positions
• Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals
• Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies, including performance metrics on assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables
• Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice”

Experience/Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering preferred
• 5–7 years of construction safety management experience
• Associate or Certified Safety Professional certification
• Certified and authorized instructor by Gilbane University and OSHA to teach safety courses to employees and contractors, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of construction safety and health principles, techniques, methods, regulations, and interpretations
• Capable of identifying current and future potential exposures and recommending corrective action
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage and execute a safety program within a Business Unit

Benefits

• Multi-dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills
• Opportunity to learn new industry skills while working with an experienced team
• Competitive health and welfare benefits
• Generous profit-sharing/401k plan

Pay

Salary is determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as internal equity and alignment with the team. For the Philadelphia, PA location, the range is $136,000–$174,000 plus benefits and retirement program.