Safety Manager

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Safety Manager to join our Mission Critical team in Atlanta, Columbus, Ohio, Phoenix, or South Bend, Indiana.

Do you bring at least 5+ years of successful safety management experience with mission critical projects? Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial real estate who brings a fully integrated and creative design-build approach? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today.

Some things you can expect to do:

• Interface closely with Mission Critical Campus General Superintendent, project Field Managers and lead the safety program across all construction activities on a mission critical campus.  

• Serves as technical advisor to Safety Professionals, Field Supervision and Subcontractors.  

• Contribute to the safety and health program management, design and continual improvement. 

• Monitors campus construction activities and advises management on compliance with applicable regulatory rules, regulations and/or laws. 

• Assist with the company safety training curriculum to include development of training courses and teaching of training sessions.  

• Assist project Energy Marshall to ensure overall campus compliance of the LOTO program. 

• Provide consistency, and driving rigor into the LOTO program to ensure the program meets or exceeds company safety policy requirements. 

• Utilizing local code and standards as the foundation for the energy isolation program that is implemented throughout the campus. 

• In coordination with the project Energy Marshall, Engineering, Commissioning and Subcontractor Team Members establish a centralized Lockout Tag Out (LOTO) procedure with all campus entities and determining if a group or individual LOTO procedure will be required. 

• Commencement of energy isolation activities with updates on a continuous basis. 

• Informing the Ryan Field Managers and Project Management team where LOTO activities may potentially impact data center core operations. 

•  Participate in high-risk activity (HRA) planning meetings.  

• Assist in high-risk statements of work (SOWs), standard operating procedures (SOPs) and method of procedures (MOPs) are reviewed, and all sources of energy are identified. 

• Ensuring a process is established that verifies qualifications, training, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for personnel performing the work. 

• Directs and assists in the investigation of serious accidents, major property damage and incidents with the general public.  Analyzes investigative data and assists in the development of preventive measures to eliminate or control hazards and potential liability. 

• Assist in the collection and review of accident and near miss root cause analysis investigations performed by equipment vendors, subcontractors, and engineering team members.  

• Assist with all company claims management functions.   

• Workers’ Compensation, property, general liability and auto insurance 

• Reports all claims (i.e. work comp, property, auto and liability) directly to Claims Administrator, Corporate Safety Director and Mission Critical Safety Director. 

• Assist with coordinating return-to-work. 

• Coordinates, attends and provides feedback at claim review meetings with insurance carriers. 

• Assist with “light-duty” job descriptions on each project. 

• Maintains statistical data for accidents.  Assists in the preparation and submittal of accident reports as prescribed by federal, state and local regulations.   

• Assist with the collection, development and disseminate materials and information used in program development and to further safety protection training. 

• Assist with compiling and distributing statistical reports on safety performance, accident costs and OSHA related fines. 

• Assist with the development of appropriate databases to perform data analytics in support of operational improvement and zero incident initiatives. 

• Participate in Corporate Safety Committee and lead the project Safety Committee. 

• Conducts safety and health program evaluations of construction activities and advises supervision and management of adequacy and compliance with mandatory rules and regulations. 

• Conduct regular safety inspections of the project including those with project leadership or other project personnel of the jobsite, equipment, and materials to identify hazards and ensure compliance with all safety standards and regulations. 

• Assist provides training and other technical support services on safety related topics for mission critical projects to project supervision. 

• Assist with implementation of company drug and alcohol testing programs. 

• Administers and coordinates medical treatment facilities for injured workers.  

• Provides interface with OSHA. 

• Assists at each site during compliance inspections.  

• Coordinates all OSHA Consultation visits and programs on construction sites. 

• Coordinates and participates in all OSHA fines and citation meetings. 

Some things we expect you should have:

• Ability to work independently and productively with others. 

• Ability to manage other safety personnel on the project.  

• Individuals must possess a good working understanding of OSHA related to mission critical projects. 

• Experience with and ensuring compliance to National Electrical Code: NFPA 70E 

• Experience in a mission critical environment setting and with industry standards as well as practices. 

• Knowledge of the Control of Hazardous Energy in complex mission critical infrastructures. 

• Knowledge of construction techniques, terminology, and documentation such as blueprints, electrical one-lines, and construction drawings. 

• Good working knowledge of workers’ compensation and claims management. 

• Good working knowledge of 3rd party contractor management data bases such as ISN & Avetta 

• Good oral communication – effectively relates to individuals or group situations. 

• Good written skills – able to express ideas and clearly communicate ideas. 

• Bilingual Spanish and English a plus. 

• Demonstrates leadership – effective in leading group or individual toward completion of tasks. 

• Initiative – must be a self-starter and complete tasks with little supervision, take a pro-active approach and develop new and innovative solutions. 

• Board – certified safety credential from a nationally – recognized organized organization. CSP, GSP, CIH, ASP, CHST, and 3 – 5 years construction safety management experience. Or 

• Current OSHA 500 Certification and six years full-time construction safety management experience. 

• Current First Aid -CPR AED Certification from a nationally recognized organization. 

• Master's or bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, risk management, electrical engineering or a related degree is preferred. 

• Ability to temporally locate to project location.  

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.