Safety Director presso McAlvain

At McAlvain, we are looking for specific attributes that fit our culture. Candidates are required to have certain inherent character traits for all positions within the organization. Our primary focus is centered around the traits of the PERSON. Secondary to that are the technical requirements of the job. Understanding the position being applied for is important but if the attributes below do not match your character, McAlvain will not be the right employer for you. The right kind of person is vital to us because we are constantly challenging ourselves to elevate our potential.

McAlvain has an opportunity for a Safety Director to join their team of professionals in Boise, ID.

The Safety Director is responsible for developing, maintaining and implementing an effective safety program for McAlvain and the projects they are assigned to.  This involves maintaining the written safety program and verifying implementation of the program in the field. The Safety Director will coordinate efforts with the safety managers and superintendents who are responsible for field implementation and support.

Requirements:

• Bachelors’ degree preferred or at least 8-12 years of construction safety experience, or a combination of both
• Proven track record of successful OSHA ratings, loss-work records, EMR trainings, etc.

Certification/License Requirements:

• OSHA 30-hour training required
• First Aid & CPR Instructor’s Certification required
• OSHA outreach instructor (OSHA 500) preferred
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Associated Safety Professional (ASP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) or other safety certifications are desirable
• Valid Driver’s License with a good driving record

Critical Skills:

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and employees at all levels of the organization
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information including, but not limited to general business periodicals, legal documents, federal and state safety documents, regulatory and compliance mandates, workers’ compensation reports, etc.
• Ability to write safety policies and procedures, training programs, reports, business correspondence, safety manuals, responses to government agencies and other communications as they relate to Safety.
• Intermediate level understanding and usage of MS Office suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one group situations
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in the workplace
• Ability to be extremely organized

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)

• Plans, implements and updates safety and risk management policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Plans and implements programs and materials to train managers and employees in safety practices, compliance with regulations, risk management, and supervisor’s accountability.
• Leads the investigation of accidents and injuries. Assists in the preparation of material and/or reports for company’s use in hearings, lawsuits, and insurance investigations.
• Inspects company worksites to detect existing or potential accident and health hazards and to verify compliance with safety and risk management policy and regulations. Determines corrective or preventative measures for existing or potential hazards and follows up to verify measures have been implemented.
• Compiles and submits reports as required by regulatory agencies, and prepares defenses for the appeal of citations.
• Reviews site safety conditions and assists in developing plans for improvements with project leadership team, and documents this information in Procore
• Documents site conditions focusing on safety items and project safety conditions through photographs and written reports
• Maintains confidential safety and risk management files and records.
• Oversee the administration of the workers compensation program including the preparation, coordination and resolution of claims.
• Supports to safety managers during their site trainings and monthly meetings they may be attending with project teams
• Discusses jobsite infractions with the safety manager assists in coming up with improvements
• Prior to bid time, review construction documents for project safety, insurance, and other risk related issues. Advise estimating personnel of special requirements to consider when preparing design build, joint venture, construction management, or hard bids.
• After a contract is awarded, oversee the implementation of a site-specific safety program and review subcontract documents to ensure compliance with the company’s safety requirements.
• Reports to Project Director on a regular basis regarding the effectiveness of the company’s safety and risk management programs. Include preparing, implementing, and monitoring an annual budget.
• Measures, audits and evaluates effectiveness of safety mission and goals by compiling and tracking loss data, and performing trending and analysis.
• Develops, administers and monitors an annual safety budget.
• Mentors current and upcoming safety managers
• Represents the company in community or industry safety organizations
• Holds specialty training, as required and needed
• Responds to safety concerns brought to their attention
• Regular, timely, and predictable attendance is required for this position
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits:

• 100% Coverage for medical and dental insurance for employee plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly Employer Contribution
• 401k w/ match
• Life Insurance & Disability paid for by Big-D
• Voluntary supplemental plans available to sign up for as well
• PTO & Holidays
• Vehicle Allowance or Vehicle 

Additional Job Information

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite