Health and Safety Manager

BESCO, a predominately southeastern Electrical Contractor, is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to uphold BESCO’s commitment to safety in the field.  The Knoxville area Safety Manager will oversee projects to ensure the safety of our employees and the quality of our work. This position will report directly to the BESCO Corporate Safety Director, located in the Knoxville Corporate Office.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the job site to ensure compliance with applicable OSHA regulations, Workers’ Compensation requirements, drug and alcohol policies, and general safety protocol.
• Prepare safety materials and equipment for specific contract requirements and anticipated job site conditions in accordance with federal, state, and local law.
• Coordinate employee training and maintain records related to safety and health programs.
• Uphold company safety standards and promote proactive and preventative practices.
• Some travel to various job sites will be required outside the normal working hours.

 Minimum Qualifications:

• Understanding of 1910 CFR and 1926 CFR – required.
• Attends to detail and highly organized.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Comfortable with technology and embraces new approaches and tools.

Preferred:

• OSHA 500
• Certified CPR / First Aid Trainer

Full Benefits available

BESCO, a predominately Southeastern Electrical Contractor is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent who can manage multiple and complex projects, in a fast-paced environment. Immediate opening in our Knoxville, TN office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from necessary internal sources.
• Evaluate materials needed based on provided job specifications.
• Place orders with suppliers or vendors ensuring documentation is in order, with terms and conditions clearly and precisely communicated.
• Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves discrepancies with suppliers.
• Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Maintains purchasing information, files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist purchasing manager as needed with negotiations with vendors for the purpose of resolving purchasing issues and/or ensuring purchases are within state and federal regulations.
• Respond to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior knowledge of electrical or heavy construction procurement, required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Organized, detailed-oriented and efficient

Full benefits available.

BESCO, a predominate Southeast Electrical Contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to perform quantitative take-off utilizing latest technology in compiling a bid proposal on complex Electrical Commercial/Industrial projects. Immediate opening in our Corporate Office located in Knoxville, Tennessee.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to analyze and interpret civil, architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical plans and specifications.
• Ability to perform basic circuity for power, lighting and low voltage systems.
• Submit detailed and accurate quality takeoffs, proposals and bids.
• Identify strategies to create bid advantages.
• Responsible for subcontractor and vendor bid solicitations.
• Interpret and clarify subcontractor and vendor quotes, verify specifications to ensure owner requirements are met.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED is required however a Degree in Business and /or Management is beneficial
• 5+ years’ experience in a related field
• Advanced skills with Excel, Word and Outlook
• Experience utilizing Accubid or similar program
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Full benefits available

BESCO, a predominately Southeastern Electrical Contractor is seeking an experienced Project
Manager who can manage multiple complex electrical commercial/industrial projects in a fast-
paced environment. Immediate openings in our Knoxville, TN; Nashville, TN; and Lexington, KY offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates project start-up and mobilization
• Conducts preconstruction meetings
• Point of contact for the client, architect, engineers, and governmental entities
• Oversees all aspects of the project, including: issuing all subcontractors, approving all vendor
  invoices, monitoring cost of self-performed work, and pricing and issuing of project changes
• Responsible for overseeing quality control on project
• Monitors Project Schedule to remain compliant with the Project Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ Years of Project Management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Organized, detailed-oriented and efficient

Full benefits available