SENIOR SAFETY MANAGER
hace 5 días
Portland
Job Description POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Site Safety Manager provides advanced leadership and technical expertise to ensure the effective implementation of Lewis’ Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) program across multiple complex projects or high-risk portfolios. This role serves as a key bridge between field operations and enterprise safety initiatives, driving regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, and the development and mentoring of safety staff. The Senior Site Safety Manager provides leadership for Safety Department staff within the Oregon Division operations. The Senior Site Safety Manager acts as the primary escalation point for jobsite safety concerns and regulatory inspections while supporting strategic safety objectives. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) • Collaborate with project teams to develop and customize Site Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs) for complex or multi-site projects, including projects within projects., • Partner with project teams to develop client specific safety tools and requirements, including SSSPs., • Review and validate subcontractor SSSPs for completeness and regulatory compliance; intervene to address deficiencies ensuring plans comply with Lewis Site Specific Safety Plan., • Ensure consistent implementation of crisis management plans across all assigned sites. Safety Audits & Compliance • Conduct advanced safety audits and trend analysis across assigned projects., • Lead pre‑task plan audits for high‑risk activities., • Manage regulatory inspections and citation responses; serve as liaison with regulatory agencies., • Ensure corrective actions are implemented in a timely manner and properly documented in safety management software. Incident Investigation & Claims • Facilitate complex incident analysis meetings to identify root causes and contributing factors., • Identify systemic issues and recommend corrective actions or policy enhancements for assigned projects., • Oversee and triage vendor relationships and conduct occupational clinic performance reviews for assigned projects or campus environments. Training & Development • Design and deliver advanced technical safety training for project and field leadership to strengthen hazard awareness and regulatory compliance., • Mentor Safety Managers, Coordinators, Representatives, and Administrators by setting clear expectations and providing ongoing coaching and development., • Support succession planning and leadership development within the safety team to build bench strength and continuity. Leadership & Communication • Manage Safety Manager, Safety Coordinators and Safety Representatives, • Function as a visible and vocal safety leader, reinforcing and promoting Lewis’ safety first culture., • Represent the Lewis safety program in client meetings and relevant industry associations., • Support business development efforts by contributing safety expertise to proposals, interviews, and client pursuits., • Support staffing assignments in conjunction with General Superintendents and Directors, • Partner with Preconstruction teams to support project planning with focus on safety considerations and risk mitigation., • Develop and maintain project specific safety dashboards; analyze leading and lagging indicators in accordance with client requirements., • Provide monthly safety performance reports to Operations leadership., • Recommend proactive safety measures based on trend analysis and predictive metrics for assigned projects, aligned with client requirements EH&S Program Support • Coordinate with Safety Leaders across Lewis operating divisions to ensure a consistent safety culture, policies, and processes throughout the enterprise., • EH&S improvement – Only modified with buy-in from other Divisions – working through Enterprise Safety Advisory Group and using our CMP tool., • Selectively participate in industry associations that deliver high value in education, industry advocacy, and business development., • Support in the following areas includes:, • Develop safety training programs by identifying needs, curating content, and implementing training that drives lasting knowledge and behavior change., • Audit safety training offerings for content quality and effectiveness., • Manage safety training administrative functions, including scheduling, attendance tracking, course evaluations, and certification records., • Support project sites by identifying and implementing required regulatory safety training., • Conduct routine site safety audits across all active projects and review findings and recommendations with project teams., • Oversee compliance audits for regulatory agencies., • Review safety inspection observations, incident reports, Incident Analysis Reports, and injury logs to identify recurring hazards and emerging trends; recommend corrective actions., • Support Safety Managers in creation and distribution of project specific safety performance reports on a monthly basis., • Develop and distribute project specific safety dashboards summarizing divisional safety data and highlighting trends requiring active management., • Support maintenance of the LewisLink Safety page by updating content and organizing materials to create a clear, accessible user experience., • Attend work group meetings and provide safety updates., • Function as a Company safety spokesperson at Company events. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • OSHA 30-hour certification, • Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications, • Construction Safety and Health Technician (CSHT) certifications, • Commitment to ongoing professional development and advanced regulatory knowledge, • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health & Safety, Occupational Safety, or related field preferred, • 7–10 years of progressive safety experience in commercial construction., • Strong knowledge of Oregon OSHA, or applicable state specific regulations, hazard mitigation strategies, and Workers Compensation claims management, • Advanced technical expertise in high-risk activities (crane operations, confined space, fall protection, etc. CORE COMPETENCIES • Proven leadership skills with ability to mentor and manage multiple team members., • Proficiency in safety software and data analytics, • Excellent communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills, • A positive attitude and willingness to work with others., • Proven leadership capability with the ability to influence diverse teams, drive accountability, and lead cultural change across complex organizations., • Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to analyze and resolve complex, multi‑factor problems., • Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment and accountability., • Highly organized, dependable, and disciplined, with strong time‑management and prioritization skills, • Collaborative team leader with the ability to balance strategic objectives and field execution., • Ability to collect, interpret, and apply data in a practical, field‑relevant manner., • Highly responsive to jobsite needs, concerns, and operational priorities WORK ENVIRONMENT • Requires work on active commercial constructions sites., • When onsite, employees are required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company’s safety policies and as required per weather conditions., • Ability to travel and work for extended period of time on project sites is required. A 100% employee-owned general contractor, Lease Crutcher Lewis offers a comprehensive healthcare plan with medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account supports physical wellness for employees and their pets, and our employer-funded Headspace membership supports mental wellness. We also offer a generous Health Savings Account with annual employer sponsored contributions. Lease Crutcher Lewis provides support for a financially healthy future, including our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (enrollment covered at no cost to you) and a 401(k) with a competitive matching program. To support employee philanthropic efforts, employees are eligible for volunteer PTO and charitable giving matching programs. Lease Crutcher Lewis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, and will not be discriminated against, based on the basis of race, color, gender, pregnancy or breastfeeding, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other status protected by state or federal law.