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Michael James

Kountze,TX

Summary

Dynamic safety professional with over 11 years of experience at Richard Construction, Inc., excelling in regulatory compliance and incident investigation. Proven track record in developing effective safety programs and fostering a culture of accountability. Strong verbal communication and coaching skills enhance team performance and ensure a safe work environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Tech / Manager

Richard Construction, Inc
01.2013 - 10.2024

2013-2022 2023-2014

  • Establish and manage site level safety programs for industrial construction projects.
  • Oversee contractor and subcontractor safety programs, ensuring compliance with client, OSHA, and EPA requirements.
  • Perform site inspections and audits, reporting to site superintendent, project manager, and corporate safety director.
  • Perform incident investigations, reporting to project manager, corporate safety director, and client safety, case management of post incident injury cases.
  • Perform training for equipment operations, confined space, LOTO, weekly safety meetings.


Corporate Safety Manager

SKM Turnkey Construction
04.2022 - 09.2023
  • Planning, implementing, and managing safety programs for field industrial construction projects.
  • Developing site level and corporate safety programs ensuring compliance with client safety requirements and OSHA and EPA requirements.
  • Perform site inspections and audits reporting to site project manager and executive management.
  • Perform incident investigations, reporting to project manager, executive management, and client safety, case management of post incident injury cases.
  • Perform training for equipment operations, confined space, LOTO, weekly safety meetings.


Safety Coordinator

Protectors Insurance
05.2009 - 12.2012
  • Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Recognized, documented, and advised on removal of hazards.
  • Provided ongoing support and resources to supervisors in managing safety performance within their departments, fostering a culture of accountability among leadership.
  • Gathered information, prepared reports, and drafted correspondence related to cases.
  • Conducted regular site inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt resolution.

Education

No Degree - Safety

Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL

Certification - OSHA 500 Construction

UT Arlington
Arlington, TX
04-2025

Certification - OSHA 510 Construction

UT Arlington
Arlington, TX
03-2025

High School Diploma -

Warren Hich School
Warren, TX
05-1990

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Staff training and development
  • Task delegation
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Conflict resolution
  • Safety procedures
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Trend analysis
  • Disciplinary techniques
  • Computer skills
  • Problem resolution
  • MS office
  • Active listening

Timeline

Corporate Safety Manager

SKM Turnkey Construction
04.2022 - 09.2023

Safety Tech / Manager

Richard Construction, Inc
01.2013 - 10.2024

Safety Coordinator

Protectors Insurance
05.2009 - 12.2012

No Degree - Safety

Columbia Southern University

Certification - OSHA 500 Construction

UT Arlington

Certification - OSHA 510 Construction

UT Arlington

High School Diploma -

Warren Hich School
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