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Atkinson Construction Safety Manager in Lynchburg, Virginia
About Atkinson
Building our nation's infrastructure since 1926, Atkinson provides innovative design and construction solutions for heavy civil projects. We are committed to safely delivering complex, quality projects while building long-lasting, collaborative relationships with our clients.
The Role
Our organization from senior leadership to field personnel, has an unwavering commitment to performing work in the safest manner possible. Ongoing company-wide initiatives and training programs reinforce our culture and help us perpetuate our constant focus on safety. Additionally, our continuous improvement teams focus on developing solid safety processes and identifying solutions to both common and unique safety challenges.
The Safety Manager works to ensure the safety of employees, subcontractors, and the general public on the project. The Safety Manager is responsible for enforcing Atkinson's Safety and Health Policy as well as local and federal safety standards on jobsites. In addition, this position is responsible for conducting employee safety training and consults with project supervisors to develop safe work plans for all phases and tasks. Successful candidates will exemplify safety as a value.
Responsibilities
Oversee and ensure the safety of employees, subcontractors, and the general public
Enforce corporate and project-specific safety and health programs as well as federal, state, and local safety standards
Assist in the development and coordination of project specific safety programs
Identify known/potential exposures and recommend corrective action
Report project-specific safety performance and plans
Assist with maintaining and managing all required training
Develop, coordinate, and implement the overall project-specific safety program
Work closely with field supervision to plan more complex safety aspects of the project construction, including critical lifts, hazardous material handling, etc
Develop project-specific safety training for jobsite personnel, including subcontractors
Coordinate third-party safety reviews, including OSHA
Basic Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in safety and health or related discipline
5+ years of relevant construction safety experience
BCSP Construction Health Safety Technician (CHST) or BCSP Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
OSHA 30-hour training
Able to manage multiple competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence supervisors, peers, and external partners
Proof of training/competency in managing crane, fall protection, excavation, and heavy equipment safety
Preferred Qualifications
- Significant flexibility and willingness to relocate to project sites across the United States based on business needs and project demands. (Underground language only)
The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.
The Physical Side of the Role: Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work. While there are times for quiet concentration, you'll also be expected to move actively throughout the office and travel occasionally to various locations, including dynamic construction sites, utilizing different modes of transportation. The ability to lift and move objects up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 25 pounds on occasion (think a box of files or small office equipment), is also required.
Your Work Environment: Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Atkinson's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.
Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.
A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.
Atkinson offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefit package that includes health benefits (medical and dental plans), paid time off (vacation, sick and holiday), financial benefits (retirement plan with both match and annual company contribution, life insurance, short and long term disability, and commuter benefits). Additional benefits include fitness reimbursement, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax spending plans, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare and family support benefits, EAP, work life assistance and a holiday contribution program. Base salaries will be determined by factors such as geographic location, education, skills, experience, and market considerations. For this role the base salary range is $80,000-145,000.
Founded in 1926, Atkinson Construction is one of the most experienced and diverse civil contractors in the United States. Recognized for excellence in constructing highly-engineered and complex projects, Atkinson provides sophisticated and innovative heavy civil solutions for clients across the country.
Atkinson is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Clark Construction Group.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email leaveofabsence@clarkconstruction.com or call (800) 655-1330 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Authorization to Work
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.