Safety Advisor - Owner's Rep

Description

SMG is a nationally recognized professional service organization that provides workplace safety consulting, training, staffing, program planning, and implementation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, a 401 (k) with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

SMG is seeking a local Safety Advisor - Owner's Rep with Construction experience in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Travelers will be accepted for this role.

The key function is to put safety at the forefront of their job, prioritize the client’s needs, work well in a team setting, be self-managed, and be flexible regarding change and travel. This person will travel to different project sites and provide safety coverage to construction and maintenance work.

Additional Information

• SMG full-time, benefited Associates are eligible for Premium Pay after working 40 billable hours for the week. Premium pay is at a 1.35 multiplier.
• Annual pay/merit review/increase.
• Per Diem is available for non-local candidates only. Per diem is $175/day for this project.

Overview of Job Responsibilities

• Provide owner-representative safety oversight during the final construction and facility readiness phases of a large-scale healthcare construction project.
• Monitor construction activities and identify, communicate, and help resolve safety concerns throughout all phases of work.
• Conduct contractor safety evaluations and provide ongoing oversight to ensure compliance with project safety requirements and industry standards.
• Manage and oversee project safety programs, ensuring alignment with operational goals, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Participate in field walks, project meetings, safety committees, and contractor coordination meetings.
• Serve as a resource and coach on contractor safety management processes and expectations.
• Partner with construction management and project stakeholders to maintain a strong safety culture and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide independent onsite safety oversight and support across multiple project activities and disciplines.

Requirements

• 5+ years of construction safety experience, preferably on large commercial, healthcare, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Strong contractor management and contractor safety program experience.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and safety assessments.
• Ability to lead safety discussions, influence stakeholders, and coach field personnel.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
• Experience participating in safety committees, project meetings, and incident investigations.
• Professional certifications such as CHST, ASP, CSP, OHST, or similar preferred.
• First-aid/CPR certification from the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association

Physical Demands of the job may include

• Moving about long distances
• Ascending/Descending stairs and ladders
• Remaining in a stationary position for a prolonged period
• Working in extreme weather
• Being exposed to loud noises
• Wearing personal protective gear correctly

Join an elite group of Safety Professionals!

SMG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.