Project Safety Advisor (contract)

Contract Safety Advisor – Cedar Rapids, Iowa

The individual in this position is responsible for the coordination and supervision of the Clients/Project Health and Safety Programs and Policies. The safety professional will work directly for the subcontractor.

Safety Professionals will typically plan, lead, and direct the Health and Safety Policies and Procedures to site or client supervision.

Job Qualifications

• Must have three or more years’ experience in construction safety.
• Must have: OSHA 30 and current first aid/CRP.
• Prefer: OSHA 500, CHST, or other BCSP certification.
• Must be able to conduct daily and weekly safety trainings.
• Ability to walk and be on feet most of the workday.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to enter confined spaces.
• Ability to carry up to 50-pounds of safety/construction related equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment and criminal background check.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional planning, time-management, and follow-through.
• Able to exercise confidentiality and discretion.
• Ability to review, analyze and discuss safety/risk information or data.
• Ability to work effectively with a team and independently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple project tasks and complex situations.

Typical Job Responsibilities

• Prevent accidents, injuries and claims by being visible in the field and “walking jobs” approximately 70% or more of your time.
• Develop and deliver Safety Training and New Hire Orientations as mandated by Federal, State, Local and Client Programs.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and Client or Project safety regulations, programs, and policies.
• Prevent and mitigate employee injuries and illnesses. 
• Lead/Assist in accident investigations and return to work programs.
• Perform job site safety audits on a daily or weekly basis per project demands.
• Must have the ability to anticipate, develop, implement, and measure hazard controls and programs.
• Inspire and coach employees to accomplish safety goals.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding injuries and claims.
• Take a proactive, rather than reactive, approach in claims and injury reduction.
• Act as the liaison for project drug and alcohol testing.
• Other duties may be assigned as Client needs dictate and increasing skill level is demonstrated.