Safety Manager

Company Overview:

Barnhill Contracting Companys success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. whose name we proudly bear. Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule treating others as you want to be treated still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founders vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeasts leading contractors.

Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.

Job Description:

Manage and oversee safety initiatives, safety loss control programs and foster a culture for field operations that embraces a best in class approach to safety. Act as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Barnhill Contracting Company.

Essential Functions :

• Performs safety inspections and audits, clearly articulating companys safety vision, objectives, strategies, policies and procedures to build a safety culture dedicated to behaviors which lead to best-in-class results
• Assumes ownership of building a best-in-class safety culture by 1) anticipating problems and providing solutions 2) sharing knowledge with, and providing training, to all levels of management, field staff, pre-construction and project teams 3) interaction with clients, subcontractors and inspectors and 4) creating an environment of learning, mentoring and empowerment in order to promote employee engagement
• Manage hazard assessment activities by 1) implementation, maintenance, and enforcement of safety policies and procedures 2) analyzing inspection and incident data to identify opportunities to develop preventive and corrective practices
• Assists with training to ensure safety and health training to meet internal and external requirements, to ensure staff has the proper training to safely perform tasks and jobs
• Leads incident investigations and compiles data to assist in litigations of claims
• Manage the safety operation; develop a high performance, customer-oriented work force, through motivating, coaching, appraising, rewarding and disciplining and addressing complaints and resolving issues as they relate to a safe work environment
• Works with third party inspections and Regulatory Agencies to ensure Barnhill is at the forefront of project safety management by instituting effective and realistic common sense safety protocol.

Education Level:

• High school degree or an equivalent combination of training and work experience preferred

Work Experience :

• Minimum 2 years experience in the construction industry or safety management

Required License or Certification:

• NC License, OSHA 500, CSP certification preferable

Behavioral Requirements:

Daily Commitment to Barnhill's values:

• Commitment individual ownership to achieve team success
• Family sense of belonging
• Integrity uncompromising character that earns trust and respect
• Learning and development investing in employees to enable their long-term success
• Diversity open and adaptable to a changing world.

Business/Technical Knowledge :

Computer Skills:

• Word
• Excel
• Outlook
• Spectrum

Technical Skills:

• Safety and Environmental Regulations (OSHA, MSHA)
• Construction Technology
• Means and Methods
• Equipment (Uses and limitations)

Personal Skills:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and establish a proactive approach to Values Based Leadership
• High level of emotional intelligence

What We Offer:

• Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Weather Related Pay
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• CareOne (EAP)
• Corporate Chaplains of America

Barnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.