Originally founded as a small construction company in 1949, Nabholz is now a team of more than 1,000 industry leading professionals working together to serve our clients, communities, and each other. Over the last 71 years, we've grown into a national multi-service contractor offering a full range of construction, industrial, civil, and environmental services. 

We are proud to offer you:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Care
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Voluntary Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Dependent Voluntary Life Insurance
• Accident Recovery
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Direct Deposit
• Wellness Program with Incentives

Summary:

Leads, plans, administers, implements, and coordinates the project safety programs to achieve ZERO INCIDENTS through the elimination of occupational injuries, illnesses, deaths and liability losses, and to ensure the Project is in compliance with all state laws and regulations regarding workplace safety and Occupational Safety and Health Administration ("OSHA") rules and regulations. This role is not Safety Cop.

Typical Duties:

• Provide effective leadership, support, and guidance to all groups throughout the company to grow a world-class safety culture of continuous improvement.
• Compiles, analyzes, tracks, and interprets statistical data from the Safety First and Good Catch/Near Miss database to develop strategies and training programs that eliminate injuries and SIF’s.
• Effectively communicate safety related information to ensure all employees are aware of pertinent safety news, requirements, policies, metrics, lessons learned, etc.
• Assist with the implementation of the Safety in Design initiative that identifies and eliminates safety risk during the Preconstruction phase of a project.
• Provides safety and loss control training to employees. Coordinates with vendors, equipment & PPE suppliers, etc. to conduct product specific training.
• Work with managers to develop implementation plans for new policies, programs, and procedures.
• Works with project teams to develop and implement project specific safety programs for CCIP and OCIP projects.
• Prepares monthly safety reports for management analysis.
• Prepares and submits all regulatory filings, postings, and agency coordination
• Serves as the primary point of contact for agency inspections, audits, and investigations.
• Assists project teams with the proper reporting and classification of incidents and provides advice on claims management.
• Works with project and specialty group teams to identify conditions which could produce accidents and develops programs to improve safety performance.
• Assist with the implementation of the Safety in Design initiative that identifies and eliminates safety risk during the Preconstruction phase of a project.
• Provides senior management with innovative solutions that improve safety performance.
• Collaborate with all operations to ensure safety is integrated in all company functions.
• Serves as trusted advisor to all operations and assists them in executing the Safety Program(s) to achieve ZERO INCIDENTS.
• Participate in broad industry networks to exchange knowledge and information to develop and implement industry best practices.
• Attends conferences, seminars, and courses to maintain continued awareness of safety programs, trends, and innovative safety solutions etc.
• Understands and interprets local, state, and federal regulations and statutes relative to environmental safety, employee safety, and Workers' Compensation to ensure the Company is in compliance.
• Assist project teams and managers in the investigation of employee accidents and near misses, perform root cause analysis, and communicate lessons learned throughout the company.
• Champions the incident and injury free culture.
• Safety Sensitive Position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• This position requires frequent travel to all operations throughout the central United States.
• Requires good oral communication skills to communicate effectively with all employees. Bi-lingual preferred.
• Requires the ability to work with others under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Requires the ability to work in very stressful and dangerous working conditions.
• Must be able to comprehend occupational safety and health regulations, other state and federal regulations governing the construction industry, and company practices and procedures. Must be able to apply these concepts to all specialty groups.
• Must be able to use sound judgment, work with others and be a team player.

Skills/Technical Knowledge:

• Must have at least ten years of construction industry experience (or equivalent). Jobsite experience and work as a tradesman is required.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of state and federal loss control regulations, OSHA rules and regulations, and general industry safety orders related to workers' compensation and industrial safety.
• Must have sufficient oral skills to communicate effectively with employees and management.
• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations.
• Must have some knowledge of training methods and techniques.
• Must have computer experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Possesses the character and unquestionable integrity to represent Nabholz and provide credibility for all work, reports, and analysis provided.
• Has the competencies to provide leadership to a business in a growth mode, is savvy, and possesses the business acumen to anticipate uncertainty, manage safety, embrace change, and drive sound decision-making throughout the organization.
• Has excellent managerial and supervisory skills; is a mature professional with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrates significant problem-solving abilities and highly refined analytical skills.
• Works in a proactive manner and is a self-starter who approaches his/her work with a sense of urgency.
• Exhibits excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be able to assist in incident investigations, determine the causes of accidents, and initiate corrective action.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Must meet the company policy requirements of a “qualified driver.”

Education and Certification:

• An ongoing track record of professional development and continuous education.
• OSHA-500 certified preferred
• Other applicable designations and certifications that demonstrate competency.

Physical Demands:

• Continuously sit, stand, or walk.
• Bend, squat, climb stairs, or ladders.
• Lift occasionally up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

• Office and project site.

AA/EOE. Women, Minorities, Veterans, and Disabled People Encouraged to Apply

Employment at Nabholz is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. Nabholz is a drug-free workplace and an E-Verify employer. The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.