Project Safety Manager

Ames Construction has built America for more than 60 years, and the exceptional people who make up our team are a vital factor in our success. We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial general contractor that brings innovative solutions to many market segments, from highway and bridge construction to mining and rail. Ames is an employee-owned company that retains its entrepreneurial spirit while offering the experience and stability of a proven construction industry leader. Equipped with our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we make communities across the U.S. safer, keep supply chains moving, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable future. By joining Ames, you will be working with talented colleagues at an award-winning, nationally recognized top 65 general contractor.

The Project Safety Manager will be responsible for oversight of the project safety disciplines and monitor day-to-day construction operations. This project assignment is located in Columbus, Ohio, however subsequent projects may be nationally based.

Essential Functions

• Instill Safety as a top priority by monitoring and maintaining a safe work environment

• Implement and oversee the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures

• Conduct training, including new hire orientation and safety meetings

• Monitor all heavy construction work for compliance with safety requirements

• Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines, and ensure cost control measures are being followed

• Embody the Ames approach to Safety, being constantly vigilant of conditions and work practices, being empowered to stop all unsafe work

• Assess risk management and investigate incidents

• Provide and analyze project safety statistics

• Assist Project Manager with project setups

• Communicate with client and subcontractors

• Collaborate with regional safety team

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Five plus years of experience in a construction safety supervisorial role

• Highly knowledgeable in all aspects of civil construction

• OSHA 500 or equivalent preferred

• Degree in Occupational Health and Safety preferred

• Certification from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals preferred

• Strong communication skills both written and oral

• Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills

• Must have a valid drivers license

Working Conditions

• Location This position will work out of our Central Office. This project is located in Columbus, Ohio. Subsequent projects will be nationally based.

• Travel This role will be expected to travel to project locations and regional offices 30% of the time.

• Office environment extensive sitting at desk and computer; some standing, bending at the waist, stooping and reaching required; ability to lift 5-20 pounds occasionally.

• Construction site environment physical ability to stand, walk, crawl, bend, reach and climb. Exposed to high noise levels.

People are the most important asset at Ames Construction. Ames non-craft benefits package is designed so that our team members flourish, with medical, dental, and vision (all at one low premium), voluntary benefits, generous retirement benefits, and company holidays and paid time off. Please see the Benefits section of our Careers page for more information.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test is required

Ames Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.