HSE Manager

Here at Batson-Cook, the first thing we build is the relationship. We specialize in general construction in all the top commercial markets including healthcare, commercial, wood frame and more. We’re looking for talented individuals to help us foster relationships with our clients while building projects that stand tall for generations. With competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, there is no better time to join us.

We are currently seeking an HSE Manager in Savannah, GA. to join our family. This person would be assigned to a 100+ million-dollar industrial project. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Ensure accident is properly documented
• Assist in the investigation of accidents and unsafe working conditions, study possible causes and recommend remedial action
• Plans, organizes, schedules and conducts continuous inspections of project, work areas and equipment, once a day conduct an additional Site Audit with a co-worker. Selects and implements corrective action and follows-up to ensure proper action has been taken. Identify items for improvement; implement changes by coordinating with appropriate individuals with respective subcontractor or supplier.
• Communicate frequently with Regional Safety Manager to report on the status of the occupational health and safety program
• Work with subcontractors, vendors and third-party personnel to ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures
• Act as site and/or corporate contact for any federal, state or municipal safety or risk management authority and/or personnel, including but not limited to OSHA, when Regional Safety Manager is not available
• Daily review with site Superintendent the safety and quality issues identified
• Coordinate emergency procedures and first aid crews
• Follow-up with subcontractor representatives to ensure proper disciplinary procedures are followed
• Serves as a principal source of information on health and safety issues to hold subcontractor accountable to submitted safety and quality program
• Communicate with local authorities on local interests as required. No contact with news reporting entities is permitted.
• Attend and participate in daily KPI, weekly subcontractor and monthly Project/Safety Managers meetings and all pre-start/pre-install(s) with subcontractors
• Orders safety materials and supplies
• Carry out other assigned tasks given by the Project Manager/Project Executive and/or Regional Safety Manager
• Ensure accident scene is preserved for investigation
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communication in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, coworkers and management
• Operate, maintain, certify, inspect, calibrate and oversee installation of company's safety equipment
• Install bulletin boards and post warning signs for site hazards such as gas lines, traffic access.
• Post emergency numbers, implement safety procedures to achieve OSHA guidelines are followed, identify security issues and address (such as fences, barricades, lighting, alarms, public access, and watchman) and obtain appropriate signatures from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Monitors site conditions, practices, and procedures for compliance with environmental, health, safety and quality requirements
• Review and update monthly all site specific safety plans with the project teams
• Assist on the elaboration of STAs, attend one STA with subcontractor daily
• Records data and compiles data into reports for statistical analyses. Maintain and update quality and safety logs. Monitor and schedule maintenance of company's equipment and tools with material, equipment and tools coordinator and Regional Safety Manager.
• Prior to subcontractor mobilization, review all applicable documentation including Job Hazard Analysis, Pre Mobilization documentation, etc. for completeness to ensure the subcontractor can adequately execute their scope of work safely.
• Train corporate and site-based personnel on safety programs, policies and procedures, and workplace injury avoidance; provide appropriate documentation of training conducted/coordinated to human resources in a timely manner
• Assist Regional Safety Manager to ensure compliance with corporate workers' compensation program and/or project Contractor Controlled Insurance Program, including working with internal personnel and third party administrators/legal counsel, to effectively investigate and resolve claims in an expeditious and cost effective manner.
• Communicate with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing (e.g. customers, suppliers, employees). Maintain relationship to ensure needs are met and problems/conflicts are resolved.
• Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, mission and values

PreferredQualifications

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety, construction safety management, construction management with an emphasis on safety and/or risk management or related degree from a four-year College or University and at least 1 year of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience