Commercial Construction Safety Manager

TRANTEK INC; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

TRANTEK INC is seeking a Commercial Construction Safety Manager for a Houston, TX project. You will plan, implement, and enforce site safety programs, ensuring OSHA compliance and client safety requirements while promoting a proactive safety culture across all personnel and subs.

Responsibilities include developing site safety plans, conducting inspections, leading orientations, and maintaining OSHA logs. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for coordinating with clients

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of safety experience in commercial construction.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, particularly construction (29 CFR 1926).
• Experience managing safety programs on large, multi-trade construction sites.
• Ability to communicate effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, and management.
• Strong documentation, reporting, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage site-specific safety plans in compliance with OSHA, local, state, and federal regulations
• Conduct daily jobsite safety inspections and hazard assessments
• Lead safety orientations for all employees, subcontractors, and visitors
• Enforce safety rules and corrective actions when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified
• Coordinate and document toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training programs
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare detailed reports and corrective action plans
• Maintain OSHA logs (300/300A/301) and all required safety documentation
• Serve as the primary safety liaison with clients, inspectors, and regulatory agencies
• Review subcontractor safety programs, JHAs, and safety documentation prior to work commencing
• Monitor PPE compliance and jobsite safety practices
• Support emergency response planning and drills
• Collaborate with project management to integrate safety into daily operations and schedules
• Stop work when unsafe conditions exist and ensure corrective measures are implemented

Skills

OSHA standards

Safety program management

Communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Job description

Future Opening: Commercial Construction Safety Manager

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

The Safety Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and enforcing all jobsite safety programs for a commercial construction project in Houston, Texas. This role ensures compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and client safety requirements, while promoting a proactive safety culture across all project personnel and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage site-specific safety plans in compliance with OSHA, local, state, and federal regulations
• Conduct daily jobsite safety inspections and hazard assessments
• Lead safety orientations for all employees, subcontractors, and visitors
• Enforce safety rules and corrective actions when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified
• Coordinate and document toolbox talks, safety meetings, and training programs
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; prepare detailed reports and corrective action plans
• Maintain OSHA logs (300/300A/301) and all required safety documentation
• Serve as the primary safety liaison with clients, inspectors, and regulatory agencies
• Review subcontractor safety programs, JHAs, and safety documentation prior to work commencing
• Monitor PPE compliance and jobsite safety practices
• Support emergency response planning and drills
• Collaborate with project management to integrate safety into daily operations and schedules
• Stop work when unsafe conditions exist and ensure corrective measures are implemented

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years of safety experience in commercial construction
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, particularly construction (29 CFR 1926)
• Experience managing safety programs on large, multi-trade construction sites
• Ability to communicate effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, and management
• Strong documentation, reporting, and organizational skills

Certifications (Required or Preferred)

• OSHA 30 (Required)
• CHST, CSP, ASP, or equivalent safety certification (Preferred)
• First Aid / CPR / AED (Required or ability to obtain)
• HAZWOPER (Preferred, if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk construction sites, climb ladders, and access active work areas
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions typical to the Houston area

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the United States and able to provide required employment eligibility documentation without current or future employer sponsorship.

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical role in ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel, protecting workers, reducing project risk, and supporting the successful completion of the project.