Safety Manager (Transportation)
What we are looking for:
A Safety Manager to join our Transportation team. The Safety Professional serves in a dual role; where the initial objective is to operate in a consultative capacity, by providing expert support, guidance, and motivation to operations management and employees at all levels. In addition, along with management, the Safety Professional at AE is expected to be a “hands on” partner in delivering various safety initiatives and programs specifically to develop a safety culture supporting the goal and daily mission of Incident and Injury Free (“Nobody Gets Hurt”) in the course of any work performed by AE.
Your role at Aldridge will be to champion the Incident & Injury Free culture. Lead and coordinate safety initiatives and related programs for a geographic region. Drive communication, planning, implementation, supervision, and measurement in compliance with corporate safety standards and procedures, OSHA and other federal and state regulations.
What you’ll do:
- Promote and be a steward of our organizations Incident and Injury Free (IIF), and Core Values
- Provide Operations Management with effective safety coaching, counseling and advice, ensuring both deliver a safe and efficient work environment for all employees, customers and the public
- Assist Talent Management in ensuring specific safety training is conducted based on scope of work as it relates to transportation operations management
- Act as a “safety” motivator for management and employees’ alike, ensuring safety remains an active part of the work and the culture Aldridge
- Provide “safety” subject matter expertise, ensuring the most relevant and effective internal and external safety practices are used and implemented in the course of delivering work at Aldridge
- Review each Subcontractor’s Safety Program and ensure that it meets or exceeds the Project Safety Program requirements
- Review and conduct mini-gap analyses on current safety policies, procedures and standards and provide recommendations for change to help drive continuous improvement
- Conduct site visits to monitor and assess the execution of the Aldridge Safety Management System
- Assist in preparation for monthly Craft Voice In Safety (CVIS) meetings and help drive continuous improvement within the corrective actions process
- Participate, facilitate and review all Root Cause Analysis done in accordance with the Aldridge Incident Investigation Policy and verify corrective actions are being implemented and sustained in the field
- Support Project Teams by participating in the Project Kick Off Meeting’s and working with them to develop a safe plan of execution
- Assign and communicate expectations for all aspects of the safety program, so that all project employees have clear expectations for safety and performance
- Ensure that any training needed is proactively identified and scheduled. Be sure that tool box talk topics are carefully selected and applicable to the work
- Verify that all safety documentation is being captured, organized and filed at the jobsite
- Travel to multiple projects throughout your respected Region to provide support to Operations
- Implement Safety Systems and Processes for new project start up’s
Who you are:
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in an Occupational Safety and Health discipline (e.g. OS&H Management, Human Factors, Construction) from a four-year college or university
- A minimum of 5 years’ direct experience in Construction Safety and Occupational Health disciplines
- Must hold a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) credential and 5 years of vertical, tunnel, or heavy civil construction experience; OR hold a Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST) credential and 10 years of vertical, tunnel, or heavy civil construction experience.
- Ability to identify potential safety hazards and recommend corrective actions
- Strong management, leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing
- People-oriented personality and aptitude to “sell” safety programs to field personnel
- Knowledge of construction safety, current Federal, and OSHA requirements
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies and the ability to effectively communicate solutions
- Strong work ethic - willing to do what it takes to get the job done
- The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Must have a working knowledge of computers and experience in Microsoft Office Suite 2010 (i.e., Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel)
Who we are:
At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.
Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.
Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!
What we offer:
The annual base pay for this role is between $90,000 - $135,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
- Wellness Incentive Programs
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
