Project Safety Manager

Ames Construction has been building America for more than 60 years, and our people are the reason we continue to succeed.

We are a full-service, heavy civil and industrial contractor building critical infrastructure, including highways, bridges, mines, dams, rail, and more. Our teams take on challenging projects that keep communities safe, supply chains moving, and the country connected.

At Ames, we are Fueled by Family. That means we look out for one another, take pride in our work, and build strong relationships rooted in trust and respect.

Guided by our core values of People, Team, Our Bond, Persistence, and Vision, we do what we say we will do, push through challenges, and deliver work we’re proud of.

When you join Ames, you’re joining a company built for long-term success, where skilled people, strong teams, and disciplined execution come together to build careers and a better future.

**This position is for nightshift at the Bagdad, AZ location**

Essential Functions

• Instill Safety as a top priority by monitoring and maintaining a safe work environment
•  Implement and oversee the Project Safety Program including the development of site safety policies and procedures
• Conduct training, including new hire orientation and safety meetings
• Monitor all heavy construction work for compliance with safety requirements
• Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines, and ensure cost control measures are being followed
• Embody the Ames approach to Safety, being constantly vigilant of conditions and work practices, being empowered to stop all unsafe work
• Assess risk management and investigate incidents
• Provide and analyze project safety statistics
• Assist Project Manager with project setups
• Communicate with client and subcontractors
• Collaborate with regional safety team
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Five plus years of experience in a construction safety supervisorial role
• Highly knowledgeable in all aspects of civil construction
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent motivational skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a security background screening 

Ames Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.