Construction Safety Manager

Construction Safety Manager

Obayashi Corporation is seeking qualified candidates for a Construction Safety Manager position. We are a global professional construction company and bring the best quality and technical expertise in areas of Heavy Civil works and Building Construction work, including Site Development, Wet and Dry Utility Installation, Wharf improvement, and Industrial & Commercial Building works. Obayashi Corporation has an excellent career opportunity for a Construction Safety Manager to work for our Guam Projects. The successful candidate should be a highly motivated individual and will be assigned to oversee safety compliance and risk management for on-going construction projects located in Guam. The role is integral to ensuring all activities meet federal, military, and local occupational health and safety regulations, particularly EM 385-1-1 standards set by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and NAVFAC.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement, and enforce the Project’s Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) aligned with federal regulations and military standards to all sites.
• Monitor field operations to ensure compliance with OSHA and EM 385-1-1 requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and daily safety inspections across job sites.
• Screening and supervision of subcontractors to ensure their alignment with the project’s safety and compliance standards.
• Lead safety orientations, toolbox talks, and recurring training sessions for workers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records including incident reports, hazard analyses (AHAs), and safety meeting logs.
• Serve as the main point of contact for safety compliance with NAVFAC and U.S. military safety officers.
• Conduct investigations and generate corrective actions for any incidents or near misses.
• Submit periodic safety reports and ensure all required documentation is maintained and available for regulatory review.
• Promote a culture of proactive safety awareness among all personnel.

REQUIREMENTS

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction safety management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead safety initiatives on complex construction projects in remote or high-security environments.
• A valid US driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required. For foreign candidates, they must have at least 5 years of satisfactory driving record. 
• Must be able to pass a background check for access to US military facilities
• No criminal record or history of drug use. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Local candidates from Guam and the CNMI
• Previous experience on projects for Department of Defense agencies (NAVFAC, USACE, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• EM 385-1-1 40-Hour Training Certificate
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Why Obayashi

Obayashi Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Having been established in 1892, Obayashi Corporation is one of the Global Leaders in the Construction Industry and was instrumental in some of the World’s famous landmark projects such as the MRT Dubai Metro in UAE, The Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge Project in Nevada and Arizona, USA, and the Tokyo Sky Tree in Japan. The Company has weathered many challenges and is even stronger today than ever.

We are dedicated to bringing Obayashi Corporation’s culture of excellence, that made us reach 25th place in the ENR’s Top 250 Global Contractors in 2024, to meet diverse construction needs and are committed to delivering the best quality of service and safety to our partners, clients, and employees.

Obayashi offers Competitive Market Salaries and Benefits Package including Medical PPO Plan, Dental DPO Plan, vision, EAP, Life Insurance & Disability, and 401K Matching.

Who we are

Obayashi Corporation is the only Japanese general contractor that has been operating in the United States and Canada for a long time, notably since receiving our first tunneling project in San Francisco, CA in 1982. We currently have several tunneling projects as well as some CM/GC (Construction Manager and General Contractor) type contracts in the states. We have completed many projects in the region during our 40-plus year history, including the historic Hoover Dam Bypass Bridge mentioned above. We also have two strong heavy civil contractors in our group, Kraemer North America, MWH and Kenaidan.

The Guam office has focused on federal and military construction since its launch in 2010. Our completed projects include the Guam Naval Hospital, Uniform/Tango Wharf Improvement, X-Ray Wharf Improvements Berth 1 at Naval Base Guam, Finegayan Utilities & Site Improvements at Marine Corps Base, Camp Blaz, and P-83003 Hayman Munitions Storage Igloos at Andersen Air Force Base. Our on-going projects include the P-3001 Standoff Weapons Complex, MSA2 Repair at Andersen Airforce Base, FY23 Special Project Repair Mike & November Wharves in Naval Base Guam, the P-309 Ground Combat Element - Infantry Battalions 1 & 2 Facilities and the P-325 PDI 9th ESN Equipment and Maintenance Facility at Marine Corps Base, Camp Blaz. Obayashi was recently awarded the P696 ERCIP Inne Apra Harbor Resiliency Upgrades and P806 ERCIP Generation, Controls & Feeder Upgrades, Joint Region Marianas, Navy Base, and MDA-694-2 PDI: Guam Defense System, Enhanced Integrated Air and Missile Defense (EIAMD), PH 1 in South Finegayan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Obayashi Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. We want to have the best people available in every job. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and coworkers.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person