Project Safety Manager

Are you an experienced health and safety leader passionate about creating a safe and healthy workplace? The Project Safety Manager for the Purple Line Project is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and continuously improving health and safety programs across the project in compliance with federal, state, local, and company standards. This individual will work closely with field staff, subcontractors, and management to promote a strong safety culture and ensure a safe work environment throughout the light rail construction corridor. Your role involves providing technical expertise, conducting safety orientations and reviewing safety procedures. Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to promote a safe working environment.

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Oversees safety program and procedures for one or more project sites within the same District.
• Performs project site trend analysis and ensures accurate tracking of accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and other safety related incidents are recorded.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, Purple Line safety requirements, and WMATA/MTA protocols.
• Develops and conducts all safety orientations, trainings and oversees project site toolbox talks for all project staff within designated timeframe.
• Ensures all required project permits and certifications are active, documented and tracked for all required construction activities to avoid delays in construction schedule.
• Provides technical expertise to training, equipment needs and inspection requirements to support construction schedule and promote project cost savings.
• Oversees equipment maintenance and procurement for project needs to ensure onsite crews have all necessary safety items before construction activity begins.
• Provides project status and trend analysis to manager and project team, as needed.
• Oversees injury reporting and resolution for entire project site. Reviews investigation documentation and corrective action plans to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented on the job site.
• Reviews and approves Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) from direct reports and personal daily documentation to ensure accurate and timely tracking of safety procedures. Participates in Jobsite Hazard Analysis (JHA) discussions and documentation for the entire project plan.
• Creates, reviews or approves the worksite safety and evacuation plan for the project site. Supports emergency response and vehicle access planning with Project Manager.

• Bachelor's Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years' experience in construction or safety required.
• 10+ years' experience managing construction or safety teams required.
• Knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 regulations and local/state safety codes.
• Experience with transit agency requirements (WMATA, MTA, or similar) strongly preferred.
• CSP, SMP and/or CHST, or equivalent safety certification preferred.
• Developed leadership skills with consistent and clear expectations messaged to direct reports and project stakeholders.
• Strong, proven skills identifying and mentoring direct report safety professionals.
• Assigning tasks and training to build a strong and well balanced internal team.
• Developed ability to provide training and learning opportunities for construction teams based on expert safety knowledge and standard safety principles.
• Expert and proven skill to identify onsite project safety risks and develop innovative and compliant mitigation strategies within safety program and agency requirement standards.
• Expert knowledge of construction site equipment, methods and processes.
• Expert knowledge of regulatory compliance, industry trends and upcoming agency regulations that might impact Company and project production.
• Strong and proven verbal, written and presentation skills with all levels of the organization.

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.