Safety Engineer in Somerville, New Jersey at DGI - Menard INC

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting all safety efforts and promoting Company safety culture to all levels of coworkers and clients.
• Assisting project teams with coordinating activities to ensure they are pre-planned for safety through scope review and pre-construction meetings.
• Working with field operations teams to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Working with field operations to develop and update Safe Work Practices.
• Assisting in incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Conducting site hazard inspections of work operations and completing required reports and notifications.
• Providing administrative and technical direction and updates on the safety program.
• Assisting project management teams to ensure compliance with all safety policies.
• Conducting and participating in safety audits.
• Responsible for tracking and ordering safety supplies and materials as needed.
• Conducting training and assisting in the onboarding process.
• Attending pre-construction meetings, progress meetings and other required meetings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of construction safety principles, techniques and methods.
• Practical knowledge of OSHA laws, regulations and policies.
• Ability to identify known potential exposures and recommend corrective action.
• Proficient computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and multi-task.
• Travel will be required for this position (50-70%).

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Safety Management, Construction Management or related field, plus 2-3 years of related experience preferred.

-OR- any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets the required knowledge, skills and abilities.