Do you want to help engineer what’s next?
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients’ most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With more than 750 employees in nine office locations throughout the United States, SGH’s industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what’s possible.
We want someone passionate about maintaining a safe workplace for our employees.
The goal of the Safety Manager is to maintain and constantly promote SGH’s safety culture, as SGH provides a safe and healthy working environment, expand existing safety programs, and assist project teams ensure compliance with safety regulations.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Develop and Expand Safety Policies and Procedures:
- Collaborate with technical teams to identify and enhance existing safety policies and procedures.
- Identify areas for improvement and recommend updates to safety protocols.
- Develop updates to safety protocols.
Workplace Safety Assurance:
- Visits each SGH office annually to review office safety, meet with local office health and safety committees to actively promoting a culture of safety within the organization.
- Visit at least two jobsites when at each office to audit workplaces to confirm that project teams meet all safety and health requirements.
Training and Education:
- Develop and deliver in-person programs to train managers and employees in general safety and worksite safety practices.
- Monitor training compliance and effectiveness.
- Provide annual reports to SGH staff on lessons learned each year from accidents, near miss incidents and audits
Investigations and Recommendations:
- Participate in investigations of accidents and near misses to identify causes or determine how such accidents will be prevented in the future.
- Provide management recommendations to improve safety at SGH.
Emergency Response:
- Lead the response to incidents and emergencies.
Record Keeping, Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Maintain SGH safety records in coordination with Human Resources and Talent Development
- Prepare annual reports for the Department of Labor when required.
- Compile, analyze, and interpret statistical data related to occupational illnesses and accidents.
- Prepare reports on health and safety awareness, issues, and statistics.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Safety and Health: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is essential for this role.
- Minimum 8 Years of Experience in Administering Safety Programs in the AEC Industry: The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in safety management, particularly in the construction and field engineering sector. Prior experience working with a consulting engineering firm providing construction-phase services is beneficial.
- In-Depth Knowledge: Familiarity with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines.
- Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership abilities to drive safety initiatives.
- Communication Skills: Ability to present effective safety trainings. Ability to coach supervisors and staff through safety assessments and preparation for jobsite assignments.
- Risk Assessment: Keen eye for identifying and mitigating potential safety risks. Ability to devise safety-compliant field work protocols.
- Compliance: Ensure the organization complies with all current health and safety legislation.
- Experience with OTI Authorized Training within the construction industry.
- Membership in a related trade organization such as National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP), or American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)
- Ability to travel to SGH offices across the country each month.
What makes careers at SGH so special?
The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is, but always seeks what could be.
There are many reasons to love SGH.
- Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
- Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
- Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
- Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.
SGH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email jobs@sgh.com.
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Last updated on Jun 18, 2024