Area Safety Leader - Heavy Civil Construction

Faulconer Construction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Faulconer Construction is seeking an Area Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives, coach field teams, and champion safe behaviors on diverse sites. You will influence safety culture, develop site-specific trainings, and ensure compliance with core safety standards.

Preferred candidates have 3+ years in heavy civil safety, OSHA 500 and CPR/FA instructor credentials (or ability to obtain within 6 months). The role involves outdoor work and occasional travel to other Faulconer areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Heavy Civil construction Health & Safety.
• OSHA 500 Certification is preferred but not required; obtain within 6 months.
• CPR/FA Instructor Certification preferred; obtain within 6 months.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass drug/background checks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site safety inspections.
• Provide onsite coaching to influence safe behaviors.
• Deliver safety training (excavation, confined space, fall protection, etc.).
• Develop AHAs to submit to the GC and officials.
• Attend required safety meetings with Faulconer and GC.
• Review plans/drawings to assist in planning activities.
• Develop toolbox talks on latest trends and industry topics.
• Perform root cause analyses and share lessons learned.
• Support safety jurisdictions including OSHA, USACE, and DOT.

Skills

Safety leadership

Coaching

Relationship building

Root cause analysis

Safety training

Site safety inspections

Job description

Faulconer Construction is seeking an Area Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives, coach field teams, and champion safe behaviors on diverse sites. You will influence safety culture, develop site-specific trainings, and ensure compliance with core safety standards.

Preferred candidates have 3+ years in heavy civil safety, OSHA 500 and CPR/FA instructor credentials (or ability to obtain within 6 months). The role involves outdoor work and occasional travel to other Faulconer areas.