Description
Messer Construction Co. is a construction manager and general contractor that provides leadership for complex commercial building projects. An employee-owned company, Messer builds better lives for its customers, communities and employees, and delivers value through quality construction and client experiences. Founded in 1932, Messer’s footprint has grown to eleven regional offices located across the Midwest and Southeast: Greenville, South Carolina; Raleigh and Charlotte, North Carolina; Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton Ohio; Louisville and Lexington Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Knoxville & Nashville, Tennessee.
We are currently seeking an experienced, self-starter, goal oriented, candidate to fill the role ofSafety Managerin our RaleighRegion. This position is part of the Messer Environmental, Health and Safety Department, and supports the Messer projects and personnel with safety inspections, project planning, employee training, and other safety and health services. This individual mustpossessa high leveloforganization and time management skills. He or she must be able to effectively communicate with various audiences as well as people atdifferent levelswithin the organization. This individual reports directly to the EHS Executiveand Regional Leaders.
What You Will Do:
- Champion Zero Injury Culture
- Understand project schedule for risk planning.
- Ensure effective understanding, communication and consistent reinforcement of department objectives.
- Develop & Manage relationships at all levels including projects/craft, regional leadership, safety peers and corporate.
- Ensure to develop and cultivate relationships external to Messer, including subcontractors, regulatory entities, medical service providers and other appropriate vendors.
- Attend and participate in Industry/Regulatory Trade Groups
- Trend and Benchmark Safety Performance – Monitor/Review Fieldview/Viewpoint/Occucare reports
- Develop Action Plans for Regional Safety Performance
- Participate and provide guidance in Regional Safety Committees – Engage safety teams in project assistance.
- Consistent presence on projects – Timely response to projects questions or issues
- Active participation in department calls, BMP, Corrective actions, MOC
- Participate in the Regional Best Practice Meeting, Huddles, POD, WWP, etc.
- Ensure consistent communications and timely delivery on internal projects & tasks.
- Work with Project Management teams on job site safety planning, including but not limited to the following:
- Pre-construction safety meetings; contractor safety orientations; weekly site safety inspections and accident/incident investigations.
- Development and implementation of a variety of safety programs and training.
- Provide safety knowledge to ensure consistency in safety policies and procedures throughout all regions/projects to the region and other safety professionals.
- Managing environmental issues. Conduct/Coordinate IH Monitoring for silica, noise, asbestos, lead, mold, etc.
- Coordinate OSHA Consultations/Partnerships and Insurance Loss Control Visits. Act as company representative for these visits.
- Review Contractor PreQualifications and Site Specific Safety Plans to ensure conformance with Messer and regulatory requirements
- Assist Messer personnel in the development, revision and implementation of new or updated policies, procedures or task specific work instructions.
- Ensure proper risk assessment has been completed, risks defined and communicated to decision makers.
- Ensure emergency response systems, policies and procedures are in place to manage emergency situations.
- Communicate effectively with representatives of regulatory agencies/customers to resolve compliance issues and provide requested information.
- Provide data analysis & reports, regulatory interpretations & guidance on all safety and health policies and programs of critical importance to overall corporate objectives, operations, and profitability.
- Partner with the project staff to interpret, evaluate, and provide technical guidance on project safety requirements, accident investigation, and implementing corrective action measures.
What You Will Bring:
- Bachelor's degree required. Environmental, Health and Safety or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of leadership experience in construction safety
- Technical working knowledge of OSHA, EPA and DOT regulations
- Practical experience in employee safety training
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in MS-Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Messer Construction Co. does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Candidates who need employer immigration sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.
Your decisions influence your career at every step: Make yours count with Messer Construction Co. In business since 1932 and employee-owned since 1990, Messer builds projects and careers that leave a lasting impact on our communities. We bring opportunities for collaboration and growth; you bring the determination. Let’s build something great together.
All Messer employees are required to comply with our Substance Abuse Prevention Policy as a condition of employment. Messer may condition offers of employment upon taking and passing of a post-offer/pre-employment drug screen.
Messer is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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