ERM is seeking a Construction Health & Safety Manager in Palatka, FL, to oversee a major construction project at a manufacturing plant. This critical role will involve providing on-site observation of construction activities from an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) perspective, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company standards. You will play a key role in fostering a safe work environment by monitoring health and safety protocols, training on-site staff and subcontractors, and ensuring adherence to project-specific safety plans. The position requires strong communication, leadership skills, and a solid background in construction safety. This is a full-time (50+ hours/week), limited-term role for a duration of 6 months.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide on-site observation and oversight of construction activities from an EHS perspective.
- Document and report on health and safety performance during construction activities.
- Train on-site client staff and subcontractors on EHS program requirements and safety protocols.
- Assist in implementing directives issued by the client’s EHS personnel throughout the project.
- Monitor compliance with the client’s safety procedures and ensure work follows the approved project-specific safety plan.
- Maintain safety-related documentation on-site, including safety training records, Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), SDSs, pre-task assessments, and toolbox talk summaries.
- Participate in daily pre-shift coordination meetings to discuss planned activities and associated hazards.
- Review and comment on General Contractor JHAs, ensuring proper sign-off prior to work commencement.
- Conduct daily site inspections focusing on work site safety and orderliness, address deviations, and collaborate with the General Contractor’s Safety Manager to implement corrective actions.
- Issue daily site observation reports following each inspection.
- Provide incident investigation support/oversight and support client-required reporting process.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate's degree in construction management, occupational health and safety, or related field preferred.
- 8-15 years of full-time, on-site experience in construction-specific project health & safety management.
- Certifications such as CHST, ASP/CSP, CIH, PE, or similar are highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA General Industry and Construction standards.
- Proven commitment to safety with a focus on implementing and upholding Health and Safety protocols.
- Training and certifications in HAZWOPER, DOT basic Hazmat awareness, OSHA 30-hour construction, confined space entry, and fall protection/prevention training.
- Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask, stay flexible, and work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate field personnel, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Willingness to travel as needed and work extended hours if required.
