Supervisor, Construction Safety

Description

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Supervisor, Construction Safety will play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of safety on-site.

Responsible for overseeing and implementing safety protocols, you will collaborate with project teams to create a secure work environment during the erection of mass timber structures.

Your role involves conducting thorough safety inspections, providing training, and fostering a safety-conscious culture to safeguard the well-being of our team and uphold regulatory compliance.

Join us in shaping the future of construction with a commitment to excellence and safety at every step.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and enforce compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Perform incident / accident investigations as needed, submitting signed copies of all investigation forms to Project Manager, Project Superintendent, and Corporate Safety Representative.
• Ensure completion of daily forklift / aerial lift and rigging inspections, scanning and emailing forms to the Project Manager weekly.
• Walk the site regularly, engaging with the workforce to identify and address safety issues, communicating with crew foremen for resolutions.
• Perform multiple daily site audits focusing on employee safety awareness, identifying unsafe conditions, and ensuring proper PPE use.
• Demonstrate a safety presence by walking the site multiple times a day to confirm OSHA / Mercer Safety requirements are met.
• Conduct daily fall protection reviews, spot-checking equipment and assessing employee knowledge and application of best practices.
• Collaborate with external parties, including government inspectors and insurance representatives, to evaluate work site incidents or unsafe conditions.
• Work with project management, site leadership teams, and field employees to develop and implement safety solutions.
• Support JHA preparation and assist in the new hire process.
• Conduct daily stretch and flex sessions at the building location prior to the shift.
• Monitor subcontractors and employees for compliance with safety standards, reporting violations to Mercer leadership for enforcement.
• Represent Mercer in meetings with General Contractors and other organizations on workplace health and safety matters.
• Promote a safety culture through coaching and directing safety activities to minimize potential incidents.
• Conduct weekly formal site safety inspections, documenting and distributing reports to Mercer leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field; relevant experience will be considered.
• Proven 3-5 years of experience in construction safety, with a specific focus on structures.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety or OSHA 500 certification is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) to facilitate effective safety communication.
• Leadership abilities to foster a safety-conscious culture and collaborate with project teams.
• Proficient problem-solving skills to address safety challenges.
• Knowledge of emergency response procedures and the ability to coordinate responses effectively.
• The ability to travel at least 50% of the time.

Salary & Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $70,000 $95,000 USD. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits, in addition to a Health Care Spending Account and a fitness allowance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Application Process

We look forward to receiving your resume with a cover letter by email to [email protected]. Please include your name and the job title you are applying for in the subject line.

The competition will remain open until we find the right candidate to join our team. Please note that relocation assistance will not be available.

We thank all applicants for considering a career with us, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information, please visit our website : www.mercerint.com.

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