Energy Transmission and Distribution - Safety Manager

H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, environmental consulting firm seeks a Safety Manager for our Melville, NY office. This position will support ongoing electric utility projects. Plan, direct and implement project specific safety programs, as needed for electric transmission and distribution construction activity to promote a safe, healthy and incident and injury free (IIF) work environment. Foster a culture and a commitment to the IIF concept of personal & behavioral based safety for all engaged parties.

Job Responsibilities:
• Interpret health and safety regulations.
• Conduct safety meetings as needed and warranted by program requirements.
• Interacts with contractors to ensure a consistent understanding and enforcement of regulatory requirements. Ensure that specific objectives and strategies are maintained to have an effective safety program that complies with federal, state and local safety regulations.
• Assures adherence to established safety standards and that accident prevention techniques are being fully implemented.
• Conduct comprehensive on-site safety assessments of projects as part of constant monitoring process and monitor corrective actions taken.
• Builds a culture of voluntary, proactive safety among workers.
• Effectively performs periodic inspections of site, equipment and work practices; identifies safety hazards and deficiencies and recommends mitigations tactics.
• Plan and implement programs to train employees in work site safety practices.
• Review accident and incident documentation to ensure required records and reports are complete and accurate; ensure corrective action is implemented.
• Participate in accident investigations; produce investigative reports. Maintain safety files and records; prepare reports for management as needed.
• Maintains knowledge and keeps abreast of safety laws and regulations.
• Ensure company and contract health and safety policies and procedures are understood and implemented consistently.
• Communicate and reinforce the Company vision, values and goals regarding health and safety.

Education and Qualifications:
• Occupational safety/health degree or equivalent combination of training and related experience.
• Thorough understanding of and ability to enforce all federal, state, local and Company regulations.
• Ability to recognize hazardous situations and implement corrective measures.
• Experience with overhead and underground electrical system installation
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to train and educate others.
• Good computer skills (MS Office software, Outlook).
• Must be willing to travel to specific job site.
The compensation range for this role is $24-60/hr
The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law. Note: The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.


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About H2M:

While we have grown into a large firm over the past 90 plus years, we remain dedicated to preserving our small company connections. It is our intention to always stand as one H2M with a mission that is built around:

• Our People: It’s our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.
• Our clients: Our clients are “why” we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.
• Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.

At H2M, we’re more than just the services we provide. We are a team of over 500 professionals with the knowledge, ability, and desire to create something truly impressive. When we ask for the best of you, it is right to ask for the best of the company. Your growth is our growth. Your success is our success. We are in this mission together, so let’s see it through together.


Our Benefits

H2M continuously strives to provide our employees and their families a comprehensive benefit experience surrounding their physical and financial well-being. We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule,