Senior Safety Manager

Senior Safety Manager

Job Locations

US-VA-Arlington | US-MD-Baltimore | US-PA-Philadelphia

Requisition ID

Category

Safety

Overview

Are you a highly skilled communicator with a technical background, eager to collaborate on intricate projects? Gilbane Building Company is in search of a Senior Safety Manager to oversee the safety program and act as a safety consultant for all job sites within the Division. This role will hold divisional management accountable for safety adherence by the project teams and all personnel, including subcontractors, at the sites. The position will primarily be based on-site, with occasional travel to the office for training sessions and meetings.

About Us:

As a leading contractor in the industry, Gilbane Building Company has been a family-owned enterprise since 1870, with 45 offices dedicated to shaping communities. Recognized consistently as one of the most reputable construction management firms nationwide, we are committed to delivering projects safely and on schedule. You will have the chance to contribute to the construction of schools, laboratories, hospitals, corporate offices, sports venues, and more.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you are enthusiastic about this position but your previous experience does not perfectly match every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the ideal candidate for this or other roles.

Your Profile:

You are a mentor and leader who approaches challenges with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide constructive feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and communicate progress effectively. You establish metrics to evaluate the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while celebrating successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high-performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize organizational and individual impact.

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market conditions, and Gilbane's business model to make informed decisions and create competitive advantages. You adopt a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may arise in the future.

Your core values align with those of Gilbane: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Benefits:

Gilbane offers employees extensive training opportunities through various resources. While managing your project responsibilities, you will have the chance to enroll in programs through our award-winning Gilbane University to enhance your leadership and technical skills. Additionally, you will collaborate with an experienced team, providing you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills daily. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters while demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

• Act as a safety professional resource to project teams throughout the Division and promote the successful implementation of the Gilbane Cares safety culture.
• Support business development by responding to client safety pre-qualifications and safety presentations.
• Before project award, collaborate with operations and business development to provide recommendations for the Risk Analysis Form and safety staffing within the fee proposal.
• Develop and ensure the distribution and understanding of project-specific safety plans for all new projects based on Safety Alignment Assessment.
• Ensure project teams comprehend Gilbane safety plans, playbooks, procedures, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.
• Utilize SafetyNet to audit and monitor project team implementation of the Safety Plan.
• Conduct at least 6 SafetyNet inspections per month, with a minimum of 100 observations for each inspection.
• Coach and mentor project teams in effective hazard identification and resolution of issues using SafetyNet.
• Analyze SafetyNet trending reports and share findings with project teams.
• Ensure timely closure of open SafetyNet items.
• Assist teams in developing corrective action plans.
• Identify and provide relevant training within the Division (e.g., IIF, topical, Blocking & Tackling, Playbooks, etc.).
• Ensure all incidents are investigated, documented, and closed per Gilbane company policy.
• Represent Safety at all Division meetings.
• Analyze leading and lagging indicators, advising Division leadership on focus areas, trends, and recommending corrective actions as necessary.
• Attend Peer Group meetings as directed by the Corporate Safety Director.
• Develop professional safety relationships internally and externally, participating in industry peer meetings and professional organizations.
• Provide development, support, and mentorship for BU Safety/Project Safety Managers under Division oversight.
• Train and manage activities of Management Candidates assigned to Safety.
• Participate in performance reviews of project teams and management regarding safety.
• Manage Gilbane internal Safety awards within the Division.
• Assist Corporate Legal and Risk Management in accident investigations and litigation as required.
• Represent Gilbane in regulatory appeals and settlements.
• Assist Area and Corporate Safety Directors with initiatives and requests for information.
• Develop strategic safety programs and initiatives for the Division and provide suggestions for corporate safety strategy.
• Represent Gilbane in industry outreach presentations and meetings.

Qualifications

Experience/Education:

• Associate or Certified Safety Professional or Certified Industrial Hygienist.
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety Management or Engineering.
• 12+ years of relevant experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Expert knowledge of construction safety and health principles, techniques, methods, regulations, and interpretations.
• Capable of identifying current and future potential exposures and recommending corrective actions.
• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient management, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Certified and authorized instructor by GU and OSHA to teach safety courses to employees and contractors.
• Ability to plan, direct, and manage a safety program within a Division.

Salary will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package, including competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have developed Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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