Project Safety Manager, Outside Plant

Tilson is on a mission to build America's information infrastructure and we are seeking individuals from across the country to join us. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for 13 years in a row, Tilson is a high growth team of driven professionals with a national practice. We build high-performing teams who take on the largest and most impactful projects for our clients.
Position Details
Tilson is looking for a full time Safety Manager to conduct project specific support for Tilson's safety program. This position requires up to 10% nationwide travel, mostly regional and planned. This position must be present daily and as a result should be located within distance of the project location. The ideal person for this position knows how to drive a positive safety culture, building upon our outstanding safety record. This position reports to the Regional Safety Manager and works closely with local Outside Plant Management, assisting them with the implementation of operationally led safety within their team. The primary focus is to support Tilson's existing safety program, with special emphasis on horizontal drilling and microtrenching operations performed internally and via Tilson subcontractors.
Responsibilities:

• Act as senior safety representative to the Project Management and Construction teams
• Partner with senior project leadership on safe work planning, hazard identification, hazard mitigation and training for the success of the project
• Ensures overall project certification maintenance and compliance
• Conducts weekly reviews of internal team safety performance
• Prepares material to be shared at weekly subcontractor meetings
• Provide a local resource for subcontractor oversight
• Plan and implement training for employees in worksite safety practices
• Maintain First Aid / CPR / AED training coordination with office as requested
• Assists Safety Department and supervisors in investigating accidents and developing measures to prevent recurrences
• Work with all Safety, Program/Project and Construction Management leadership and office supervisors to conduct PPE Hazard Assessments as they relate to the work being conducted. Recommend appropriate PPE based on those assessments.
• Work with Safety Team to develop/refine Task Hazard Analysis of site tasks
• Supports creation and briefing of company safety committee meetings related to OSP
• Assist in implementation of the Tilson Behavior Observation Program
• Assist, plan and implement safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal rules and regulations including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Conduct on-call audit/inspection at various offices/sites as part of a planned program or internal need.
• Be or become the subject matter expert regarding microtrenching, horizontal drilling, associated Outside Plant operations and specific requirements of the project
• Remain current with telecommunication industry regulatory requirements
• Perform office and site inspections and assists management in inspection of workplaces to assure safe and healthful conditions for workers and subcontractors.
• Prepares appropriate notices for management to issue for abatement of any identified hazards
• Prepares and presents Monday Morning Safety Meeting material as required

Qualifications:

• An excellent safety record
• Bachelor's degree, strongly preferred or demonstrated 10-15 years' experience in safety, training or compliance
• CHST designation a plus
• Documented safety management training
• Current OSHA 500 certificate and training experience in OSHA 10/30
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable briefing groups
• Demonstrated experience in conducting field audits and accident investigations
• Fully proficient in the MS Office suite
• Tilson highly values transferable skills from military experience
• Able to travel and work in varying and harsh weather conditions
• Valid driver's license

Preferred but not required: all additional safety related certifications or training/instructor certifications

• Smith System Trainer
• Fall Protection experience
• Forklift/manlift instructor
• Ability to develop in-house training for various topics
• NFPA70E knowledge
• Office/field ergonomics

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Must be at least 21 years of age to meet Tilson's driving eligibility requirements.
Tilson offers a comprehensive benefits package with a focus on choice, health, wellness, and financial security. Benefits include a selection of medical plans, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, HSA with generous employer contributions, industry-leading parental and military leave, and more. Tilson's time off package includes 10 holidays, 10 vacation days, 5 sick days, 5 inclement weather days for new employees, and additional time off based on tenure.
Tilson leads with integrity around pay transparency; as part of the compensation plan for this position you can expect a pay range of:
$85,000.00 - $115,000.00
We accomplish our mission with a team of experts working collaboratively on meaningful, impactful projects for our clients. Our team environment fosters intellectual curiosity, motivates employees, and cultivates talented people who work with purpose, mastery and autonomy. We strive to listen to our clients, partner with them as a team, and accept their goals as our own.
Tilson believes in Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Professionalism, Respect, and Composure. To learn more about Tilson, the benefits we offer and our values, we invite you visit our website or visit our LinkedIn, Glassdoor, or Facebook pages for an inside glimpse at our culture.
Successful candidates will be required to submit to criminal background check and may be subject to a drug screen.
Tilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.