Construction Site Safety Manager

We have a distinguished history of excellence in providing consulting services to electrical utilities across Canada. With a workforce exceeding 3500 employees nationwide our Energy & Resources and Project Management sectors in British Columbia are experiencing significant growth presenting numerous dynamic projects for professionals to shape and engage with. We are actively seeking individuals eager to enhance their skills embrace new challenges and advance their careers within our organization.

We are seeking a highly skilled Construction Site Safety Manager to join our team supporting safety management services for an electrical utility client. You will play a crucial role in the development of a safety team and culture while ensuring compliance with safety regulations creating safety programs and mitigating workplace hazards across multiple engineering construction projects within the transmission and distribution (T&D) sector. 

You will collaborate with engineering teams project managers and field staff to integrate safety into all phases of project delivery from design through construction and commissioning. 

Primary Responsibilities 

• Create and develop safety programs to ensure compliance with WorkSafe BC OSHA NERC and BC safety standards 
• Conduct hazard assessments job site inspections and audits to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions 
• Monitor compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and (OSH) Standards and corporate safety policies 
• Develop and implement internal Safe Work Procedures (SWP) and ensure CIMA employees are trained in their use 
• Lead incident investigations perform root cause analyses and develop corrective action plans 
• Maintain and update the Project Hazard Log ensuring safety risks are identified recorded and mitigated throughout the project lifecycle 
• Oversee and support the development of Owners Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (OHIRA) for projects 
• Conduct risk assessment in the assignment or retention of Prime Contractors ensuring appropriate safety measures are in place 
• Act as a safety lead for multiple engineering and construction projects ensuring safe execution of work 
• Coordinate with Prime Contractors owners field staff and construction management teams to enforce safety protocols 
• Conduct Safety By Design reviews to integrate hazard control measures into engineering plans 
• Provide on-site safety support including job hazard analysis field inspections and safety audits 
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety requirements including limits of approach confined space entry and arc flash protection 
• Deliver safety orientations and training sessions to project personnel contractors and subcontractors 
• Ensure that all safety documents incident reports and compliance records are accurate up to date and properly filed 
• Participate in internal and external safety audits to maintain high safety performance standards 

Qualifications :

• Certification in Occupational Health & Safety (e.g. Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent) 
• Bachelors degree in Safety Management Engineering Environmental Science or a related field (preferred but not mandatory) 
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in a safety management role within the utilities engineering or construction industry 
• Experience in safety leadership roles on projects involving electrical transmission & distribution systems substations and high-voltage work 
• Strong understanding of BC safety requirements WorkSafe BC and OSHA standards 
• Proven experience in incident investigation risk assessment and safety training 
• Excellent knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations and industry best practices 
• Strong leadership and communication skills to influence and guide teams on safety matters 
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and integrate safety controls into project designs 
• Proactive and hands-on approach to field safety with strong problem-solving skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite incident reporting systems and safety compliance software 
• Ability to work independently and travel to various project sites as required 

The expected salary for this position is from $115000 to $140000 based on the richness and diversity of the candidates experience training skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.

For more information please contact Alina Souralay

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At CIMA we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value but dont meet all the job requirements We invite you to apply because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success. 

Why choose CIMA Because we offer you: 

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
• Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills

Additional Information :

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates regardless of their identity (race ethnicity colour religion gender age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression socio-economic status or background etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity we encourage all applications including but not limited to those from women Indigenous people people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time