Job 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 including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401k with employer matching, paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

SMG seeks a local Safety Advisor - Owner's Rep in the South Carolina area.

The key function of a Safety Advisor 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 when it comes to change.

of Job Responsibilities:

• Assess contractor safety programs and related policies to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct thorough reviews of contractor safety policies, permits, and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) practices.
• Benchmark with peer organizations and clients to identify best practices for enhancing the Contractor Management System.
• Act as a liaison between stakeholders and contractors to promote open communication throughout project execution.
• Collaborate with General Contractors and Project Teams to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Perform safety observations and confirm that General Contractors implement appropriate corrective actions for unsafe conditions or practices.
• Keep stakeholders informed of contractor safety performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate incident reporting procedures and ensure timely documentation.
• Review JHAs and project-specific safety plans to support hazard identification and mitigation.
• Participate in pre-job safety reviews and daily safety planning as needed.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on safety policies and provide coaching to Project Management teams and contractors, including OSHA interpretations.
• Partner with the EHS Manager to analyze safety data and report on project activity using leading and lagging indicators.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of safety experience
• A degree in Safety or related fields is preferred
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Course
• Transmission & Distribution experience

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!

Safety Management Group 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.