Assistant Safety Manager

We build trust among our communities and our people by cultivating the right team for every job. We are committed to fostering a creative and collaborative culture with a focus on career growth and balance in the workplace. AP has diligently built a strong foundation of expertise, experience and exceptional results. We continually invest in our talented team by providing the latest tools, technologies and training necessary to stay ahead of the curve. We set our employees up for long‑term success through mentorship opportunities and professional growth and advancement for every person in every role. We recognize the contributions of our team members with unique experiences and capabilities and strive to establish a work environment that maximizes our collective potential. Going beyond the build for our employees lays a strong foundation for success across AP. We commit to a balanced, value‑centered work environment for meaningful projects, careers and talent. Job Description Adolfson and Peterson Construction is currently hiring for an Assistant Safety Manager for our Midwest Region based out of Minneapolis. Will role will manage AP’s safety program to ensure a safe environment for all team members. Champion the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) philosophy and culture in a manner that supports senior managements’ commitment operate in a manner that fosters and supports the IIF initiative. Provide safety trainings and communicate safety issues. This position may be responsible for a region’s safety program or be assigned specifically to designated projects. Responsibilities Take personal responsibility for working safely within an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture Be a champion to support IIF efforts for working safely and building a culture of care and concern for each team member in the workplace. Consistently communicate and reinforce the tenets of an IIF workplace. Ensure adherence to processes and procedures that support an IIF culture. Comply with all company safety requirements and policies. Collaborate with other team members to implement and support the development of site‑specific safety programs. Maintain a program that encourages safe behavior for all site team members and reinforces the achievement of safety goals and objectives. Recognize and recommend compliance‑based safety and health training opportunities. In collaboration with site specific safety professionals, utilize learning management system to identify and assign appropriate training topics. Further the safety education of all project site team members whether by formal classes, seminars, workshops, or situational and spontaneous coaching Ensure regional SDS inventory is accurate and assist in any modifications to the Health and Safety Manual. Monitor site safety communications to maintain training effectiveness (signage, toolbox talks, site safety committee meetings, etc.). Manage the safety program on assigned projects in accordance with organization‑wide requirements and best practices. Ensure compliance with policies and practices that result in employee behavior that reinforces AP senior management’s commitment to IIF. Conduct the safety training program in accordance with all organizational standards, practices, and policies. Provide safety and health training to all AP management and supervisory personnel. Distribute new and changing safety related information and provide training when necessary. Lead and monitor multiple project’s safety program and communicate findings to senior management and project team members. Perform safety inspections on projects at a designated frequency. Instruct and train field team members in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe practices and conditions to eliminate hazards. Coordinate consultation efforts with OSHA and implement corrective actions identified during OSHA consultation walks. Ensure compliance with corporate, State, and Federal regulations and guidelines regarding to occupational safety & health. Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, Subcontractors, and Owners to ensure compliance with various safety polices. Assist in the development of safety plans for high risk/unique work. Identify areas of deficiency or trends and communicate to project management for several project sites. Generate region's quarterly reports on identified safety trends. In coordination with leadership, provide assistance for regional worker’s compensation needs. Provide effective communication with onsite safety personnel to ensure injuries are managed appropriately (return to work, light duty, etc.). Work with the Regional Safety Director and Safety Manager to identify light duty and other work that injured team members can perform. Conduct formal investigations in work related incidents to determine cause and corrective actions - work with regional director and manager on implementation. Monitor the return‑to‑work process for injured team members to minimize the impact of an injured team member returning to a jobsite. Other duties as assigned. Requirements History of experience and proven results including: Two-year degree or a bachelor’s degree in industrial safety, safety management, or related field. 5+years in a title construction safety role. Experience working through inspections and audits with state and local government agencies. Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel. OSHA 30 Certification preferred. Currently possess or able to obtain OSHA 500 Trainer Card for the construction industry. First Aid/CPR/AED Certification ASP (Associate Safety Professional) certificate or ability to obtain within the first year of employment. Competent in the following areas: excavation, trenching, fall protection, confined space, silica and scaffolding, rigging & signaling. Proficient knowledge of EHS standards, industry regulatory standards in construction, with the ability to communicate such standards to others. Ability and willingness to travel. Willingness to work in various (sometimes extreme) climate conditions. Demonstrated integrity and ethical standards. Developed skills (written, oral, and listening) to effectively communicate with diverse audiences. Experience in a complex business as an active participant in driving growth and change; demonstrated effectiveness in driving operations and executing plans. Experience cultivating an active network of relationships, driving collaboration and alignment, relating well to colleagues, and connecting with employees at all levels. Ability to drive to the core of complex issues and provide insightful and constructive feedback. Estimated Pay $78,000.00 - $124,000.00 Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Health Savings Account 401(k) Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement) Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays Tuition Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Adolfson & Peterson Construction’s (AP) ability to adapt and innovate has driven our success for more than 80 years. We are consistently ranked among the top construction managers and general contractors in the nation while maintaining one of the safest records in the industry. We bring positive and measurable change to the communities where we live, work and build. And we invest in new processes and technology to be operationally excellent and remain at the forefront of the ever‑changing industry. We have been committed to quality, innovation, safety and strong relationships since our beginning in 1946. AP offers preconstruction, construction and contracting services to commercial, education, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, multifamily, municipal, data center, and senior living markets with offices across Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, North Dakota, Texas, and Wyoming. We employ more than 850 team members who strive for excellence and embody loyalty, trust and genuine love for what they do. We go beyond the build for our communities and our people. Adolfson & Peterson Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) is a values‑driven construction management and contracting company that is consistently ranked among the top construction managers and general contractors in the nation. We bring positive and measurable change to the communities where we live, work and build. Our ability to adapt and innovate has driven our success for more than 80 years. AP is committed to quality, integrity, innovation, safety, operational excellence, and strong business relationships with our clients and our communities. We offer preconstruction, construction and contracting services in four regions across the country. We employ more than 850 team members who strive for excellence and embody loyalty, trust and genuine love for what they do. We go beyond the build to lay a strong foundation for your success at AP. #J-18808-Ljbffr