Deputy Safety Manager

Are you an experienced health and safety leader passionate about creating a safe and healthy workplace? As the Deputy Project Health & Safety Manager, you will oversee occupational health and safety programs, analyze trends and ensure compliance with regulations to safeguard the HRBT mega project. Reporting to the Project Health & Safety Manager, and overseeing a large team of Health & Safety Coordinators, your role involves providing technical expertise, conducting safety orientations and reviewing safety procedures.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of Flatiron, Dragados USA and VINCI has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). 

The project scope across a 9 mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45’ diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.  

Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to promote a safe working environment. 

Apply now and transform your career with us. 

• Oversees safety program and procedures for a single large project or multiple projects within the same District.  

• Performs project site trend analysis and ensures accurate tracking of accidents, injuries, fire, property damage and other safety related incidents are recorded.  

• Develops and conducts all safety orientations, trainings and oversees project site toolbox talks for all project staff within designated timeframe.  

• Ensures all required project permits and certifications are active, documented and tracked for all required construction activities to avoid delays in construction schedule.  

• Provides technical expertise to training, equipment needs and inspection requirements to support construction schedule and promote project cost savings.  

• Oversees equipment maintenance and procurement for project needs to ensure onsite crews have all necessary safety items before construction activity begins.  

• Provides project status and trend analysis to manager and project team, as needed.  

• Oversees injury reporting and resolution for entire project site. Reviews investigation documentation and corrective action plans to ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented on the job site.  

• Reviews and approves Daily Hazard Analysis (DHA) from direct reports and personal daily documentation to ensure accurate and timely tracking of safety procedures. Participates in Jobsite Hazard Analysis (JHA) discussions and documentation for the entire project plan.  

• Creates, reviews or approves the worksite safety and evacuation plan for the project site. Supports emergency response and vehicle access planning with Project Manager. 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety or a related field preferred.  

• 15+ years’ experience in construction or safety required.  

• 10+ years’ experience managing construction or safety teams required.  

• Developed leadership skills with consistent and clear expectations messaged to direct reports and project stakeholders.  

• Strong, proven skills identifying and mentoring direct report safety professionals. Assigning tasks and training to build a strong and well balanced internal team.  

• Developed ability to provide training and learning opportunities for construction teams based on expert safety knowledge and standard safety principles.  

• Expert and proven skill to identify onsite project safety risks and develop innovative and compliant mitigation strategies within safety program and agency requirement standards.  

• Expert knowledge of construction site equipment, methods and processes.  

• Expert knowledge of regulatory compliance, industry trends and upcoming agency regulations that might impact Company and project production.  

• Strong and proven verbal, written and presentation skills with all levels of the organization.   

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.