Safety Manager / Co-Owner at Keller Inc in Sun Prairie, WI

We firmly believe that our people, culture, ownership & processes are what sets us apart from other design/build general contractors. We are 100% employee-owned, and this does not just mean our employees own stock – it means we put our best effort into everything we do. Our people are humble, intelligent, and hard working. You can feel the energy and the passion when talking to our employee-owners – it is what makes our culture unique. And we want you to join us to be part of something great!

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Safety Manager to lead and support safety initiatives across Keller and Hoffman’s construction projects and company operations. This position will support projects based out of our Kaukauna, Germantown, Sun Prairie, Wausau, and Hoffman offices, with regular travel to project sites as needed. The Safety Manager is responsible for proactively planning, implementing, controlling risk management, and managing safety programs that promote a safe, healthy, and accident-free work environment. This role works closely with project teams, field leadership, and employees to ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices while helping protect our employees, clients, subcontractors, and the general public.

NON-Negotiables:

Before we get into the x’s and o’s, do you have a great attitude, high energy and will you put forth your best effort every day? We believe that the path to success starts with these qualities and utilizing them EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Our employee-owners are dependable, hold each other accountable and take pride in our work.

Training

• Plan and implement programs to train managers and employees in work site safety practices, safe equipment operating techniques and fire prevention for job sites and office. Trainings include: new hire safety orientation for all new employees, CDL certification program, DOT compliance, forklift and other equipment testing, first aid, CPR & trench safety to name a few. Must maintain accurate training records in employee files.

• Provide training and education to all levels of staff, as required by Federal and State safety regulations

Compliance & Procedures

• Lead the planning and implementation of risk management and safety programs for field and office operations in compliance with all federal, state, county, and local regulations, including MSDS requirements. Proactively work with owners, subcontractors, and project teams prior to project start-up to identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks, ensuring a safe work environment and reducing operational exposure

• Act as corporate contact for any federal, state or municipal safety or risk management authority and/or personnel, including, but not limited to OSHA and DOSH

• Manage Hazardous materials control program. Work with 3rd party services to review samples and test for hazardous materials prior to the start of demolition on all projects. Secure good faith reports prior to the start of work

• Ensure the completion and submission of subcontractor’s safety plans for each project before the subcontractor is allowed to work on the jobsite

• Lead our policy and procedure development and determination of department goals and objectives; willingly and aggressively strive to further site safety

• Monitor/ maintain a tracking system with all inspections on equipment that records when inspections need to be completed

• Create jobsite safety plans before a job starts

• Conduct jobsite walkthroughs, report on jobsite inspections and coordinate with site supervisor to effectively carry out the site specific safety plan

Support

• Maintain a positive work relationship with clients, subcontractors, coworkers & management

• Investigate incidents, prepare reports, facilitate early return to full duty work responsibilities for injured workers and provide meaningful light duty transitional work opportunities

• Identify potential causes for incidents and recommend:

  • Changes in policies and procedures to prevent accidents
  • Disciplinary action for Keller employees and/ or subcontractors

• Manage and plan the annual safety meeting

• Create annual budget for all safety expenses

• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety or a related field (Preferred)

• 3 or more years of experience as a Safety Manager or Director

• Familiarity with writing health and safety polices and procedures

• Valid drivers license

• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, construction safety standards, and industry best practices

• Excellent supervisory and leadership skills

• Ability to travel to project sites as required

What do YOU need to succeed here:

• Operate with integrity and honor commitments throughout the whole project
• Be a team player and share the same vision to meet goals
• Be coachable and willing to learn new things
• Have the right attitude and effort - SHOW UP EVERY DAY
• Be a reliable and trustworthy member of the team

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive salary and annual incentive bonus, a great benefits package, and don’t forget about the ESOP! Being 100% employee-owned, the ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) is an added retirement benefit that is completely company funded. You become an Owner without all the headaches…. and at no cost to you. You will instantly have a team of 325+ co-owners that want you to succeed and will help you along the way. If you succeed, we ALL succeed!

Experience the difference in the Keller Culture and join our team of owners today. It’s your future – OWN IT!

Keller Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.