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Job Description for Safety Engineer

This position report directly to a Project Manager of Ascension Construction Solutions

Ascension Construction Solutions has a job opening for a full-time Safety Engineer primarily for Data Center/Hyperscale Construction. Other projects could include utilities, tunnels, water/wastewater plants, transportation/highway and vertical construction projects.

ACS provides:

• Full health benefits (medical dental and vision)
• Cellphone reimbursement
• 401K Plan
• Vehicle allowance when applicable

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Perform all functions with honesty and integrity.
• Educate project staff and trades personnel on EH&S programs, policies and procedures and provide training on safe work practices.
• Review subcontractor safety programs for completeness and compliance with ACS policies, regulation, and owner contractual requirements.
• Promote safe work practices and safe working conditions in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations, and Owner/contractual requirements.
• Coordinate preconstruction meetings with Project Safety Manager and Superintendent
• Gather pre-task plans and Job Hazard Analyses for all project contractors based on contractual requirements.
• Conduct safety meetings and issue minutes of meetings as directed by the Project Safety Manager.
• Maintain a log of each subcontractor's toolbox safety meetings held with their employees.
• Provide safety reports to Project Safety Manager as required.
• Conduct safety audits and recommend corrective action per Company policy and work with Project Safety Manager to issue reports of any violations or unsafe practices to subcontractors for immediate resolution.
• Understand the public health and safety requirements and be fully trained in the proper safety procedures.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Climb permanent and temporary stairs and ladders
• Stand for long periods of time
• Use of construction personnel hoist
• Navigate active construction sites consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material
• Use of vision, hands and fingers
• Speak, hear, stoop/bend crouch
• Lift/carry a minimum of 30 pounds
• Be able to wear standard PPE, i.e. hard hats, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Mud, gravel, rutted/uneven ground etc.
• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions
• Exposed to heavy machinery
• Loud noise
• Tripping hazards
• Environmental hazards

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's degree or greater in Safety is preferred
• 5 years of experience in construction
• High School diploma or GED required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified candidate must have a valid driver's license and retain a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration.
• Ability to identify known potential exposures and recommend corrective actions.
• Computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite program.
• Demonstrates fundamental management, leadership, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with the ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of Construction processes
• Knowledge of OSHA and other applicable Safety Standards
• Previous experience as a safety professional is preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to apply effective management techniques to maximize project performance.
• Thorough understanding of industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities is essential.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills.
• Possess a personal vehicle for use during the day for transportation to and from and on or around a job site.
• Ability to read and understand plans and direction given in English language.
• Ability to write in English.
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to create and or edit documents using Microsoft Office products such as Word or Excel
• Ability to create and or edit documents using Google products such as Google Sheets or Google Docs
• Ability to create and or edit Outlook and G-Mail emails with attachments

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Completion of Industrial Training International's Lift Director & Critical Lift Planning Course
• OSHA 501 or OTI certified
• Safety Trained Supervisor Construction (STSC)

ACS will assist in obtaining certifications

CAPABILITIES

• Ability to build relationships with and influence other functional areas
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Problem-solving skills with ability to perform root cause analysis
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Proficient with Project Management Tools
• Exposure to Contractor payment processing requests
• Meet travel requirements for job assignments

This position is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

ACS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.