Safety Director jobs in Virginia

Company:

Contemporary Electrical Services is a full-service commercial electrical contractor serving the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Founded in 1989, we average $70 million in annual sales and employ over 300 people. We are a diverse company, employing individuals of all ages and backgrounds. CES is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veterans.

Title of Job: Safety Director

Reports to: Executive Vice President

Job Summary:

The Safety Director will develop, coordinate, and implement occupational health policies and procedures to promote and ensure effective safety operations in the organization. The Safety Director is responsible for administering project safety programs to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. The Safety Director will ensure government regulations are complied with and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) laws are followed. The Safety Director will manage the Safety Manager and other safety team members. The Safety Director will have significant autonomy contributing to technical support and to make safety-related decisions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· Maintain the OSHA safety logs and other administrative requirements related to safety operations and regulations.

· Oversee the safety department.

· Oversee the safety of all company jobs.

· Support all levels of employees and effectively communicate with customers, subordinates, owners, and management of Contemporary Electrical Services.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

· Collaborate with management to develop, prepare, and implement safety policies and procedures with legal guidelines.

· Prepare and enforce policies to establish/maintain a culture of health and safety.

· Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local safety laws, regulations, codes, and rules.

· Evaluate practices, procedures and facilities to assess risk and adherence to the law. Review existing policies and make recommendations on safety program elements as needed.

· Ensure completion of required OSHA recordkeeping and reporting.

· Lead the Safety Committee and provide strategic, technical, and administrative support.

· Help prevent operations and activities that could harm employees or equipment.

· Resolve site safety issues as needed.

· Identify opportunities to minimize workplace injuries, accidents, and health problems.

· Conduct employee training on applicable safety standards, accident prevention, emergency protocols, proper use of safety equipment, and other health and safety matters (New Hire Orientation, Equipment Training, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, etc.)

· Contribute to project start-up meetings.

· Ensures clinics/ medical facilities are set up, and the project team knows their locations.

· Ensure LOTO procedures are followed.

· Review MOPS (Method of Procedures).

· Develop and participate in RCAs (root cause analysis) to prevent reoccurring events at projects.

· Review safety training and recommend revisions, improvements, and updates.

· Inspect equipment and machinery to observe possible unsafe conditions.

· Conduct safety inspections and audits to assess employee compliance with safety regulations. Communication with the project team and field leadership is essential.

· Identify needs and compose training documents, pre-task plans and permits, training certifications, sign-in sheets, and toolbox meetings to the appropriate database or filing system.

· Responsible for injury case management; coordination with insurance representatives and vendors as assigned by leadership.

· Review accident and incident reports and conduct risk assessments to minimize workplace accidents, occupational illnesses or long-term health hazards.

· Thoroughly investigate accidents/ incidents to discover causes and facilitate worker’s compensation claims.

· Develop and implement measures to prevent recurrences of accidents/ injuries and follow up to ensure long-term resolution.

· Oversee the company’s daily operations and identifying opportunities for improvement of safety regulations.

· Report on health and safety awareness, issues and statistics.

· Prepare quarterly safety reports and present the information to management and Safety Committee. Act as a company spokesperson for site safety issues, research, and answer site safety questions and concerns.

· Order and maintain personal protective equipment.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Extensive knowledge of current company safety policies and applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.

· Exceptional communication skills and confidence to make decisions.

· Strong teamwork skills

· Excellent supervisory and leadership skills

· Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence

· Knowledge of writing reports and policies for health and safety

· Knowledge of potentially hazardous materials or practices

· Ability to conduct training.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Familiarity with conducting data analysis and reporting statistics.

· Proficient with Microsoft 365 and other job related technologies such as phones, tablet, computer for safety audit software and emails.

· Strong record-keeping and follow-up skills.

· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary.

· Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude.

· Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player.

· Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Construction Management, or a related field preferred OR equivalent certifications and experience

· 8 years of occupational health and safety experience preferred (preferably in construction and/or electrical)

· At least 5 years experience as a Safety Director or health and safety professional (preferably in construction and/or electrical industry)

· Certifications in OSHA 10 Construction / OSHA 30 Construction and NFPA 70E – National Electrical Code is a plus.

· Professional Safety Certification (i.e., CHS-T / SCP) preferred.

· Conduct training and maintain certifications in confined space, first aid, CPR, lift trainings, etc.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Sitting, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted in both office settings and construction job site settings.

· Noise level varies based on location.

· Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.

· Ability to travel throughout facility as required to conduct safety inspections.

Benefits:

· Company Vehicle

· Company Cell Phone

· Participation in company profit sharing plan.

· Annual bonus program at discretion of ownership based upon performance and achievement.

· PTO/ Vacation/ Family Leave

· Full Health, Dental, and Vision coverage provide at no cost to the employee for you and your family.

Job Brief:

Safety is a top priority at Contemporary Electrical Services. CES has one of the leading safety programs in the industry and we maintain a strong safety culture, believing that one accident is one too many. We are looking for a reliable Safety Director to ensure everyone in the company complies with health and safety laws. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining policies that will create and maintain a safe workplace.

You will be based out of the company warehouse in Springfield, VA; however, a large majority of your time will be spent visiting jobsites throughout the Metropolitan Washington DC area (Virginia, Maryland, and DC) and reporting back to headquarters located in Reston, VA.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for the right person. The position is made for the person who is a true self-starter with the confidence to establish policies, implement policies, and make decisions as needed based on an assessment of the needs encountered. You will be given the opportunity to take your experience to maintain our culture as a leading safety program. You will run the safety division and work alongside upper management as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any BCSP (Board of Certified Safety Professionals) certifications?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person