Construction Safety Lead — Heavy Civil Projects

D.H. Griffin; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending

Competitive salary

Positive culture

Job summary

D.H. Griffin Infrastructure in Virginia seeks a Site Safety Supervisor to oversee safety programs across heavy civil construction sites.

The role partners with the Corporate Safety Department and field operations to uphold OSHA 1926 and related standards while fostering a proactive safety culture. Responsibilities include site walks, safety training, incident reporting, and developing site-specific safety plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction safety, with a focus on behavioral-based safety programs and safety leadership.
• Experience in heavy civil construction projects, including confined space and trenching & excavation safety.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state occupational safety regulations, as well as ANSI, NFPA, and NEC standards.
• OSHA 510 certification required; OSHA 500/502 preferred.
• Competency as a trainer for Fall Protection, Excavation, and Trenching.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Ability to write clear reports and correspondence.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends or nights as project needs require.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site walks and field inspections to proactively identify and address safety issues.
• Collaborate with the Safety Director and client representatives to communicate safety matters and ensure alignment on safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 1926 and all applicable federal and state safety regulations.
• Participate in project meetings to address and resolve safety concerns with project staff.
• Report all incidents promptly and accurately, and assist in incident investigations.
• Advise on non-compliance issues and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Lead daily safety meetings and provide ongoing coaching to field staff to reinforce safety expectations.
• Develop and recommend safety programs, policies, and processes tailored to construction site needs.
• Orient new hires to the site safety program and ensure completion of all required safety documentation.
• Prepare site-specific safety plans and manage pre-task planning and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) programs.
• Conduct safety-related training sessions and classes for employees.
• Support jobsite compliance with all relevant health and safety standards.

Skills

Safety leadership

Construction safety

Regulatory knowledge

Fall protection training

First Aid/CPR

Education

OSHA 510 certification

OSHA 500/502 preferred

Tools

Trenching training

Excavation training

Fall protection training

Job description

D.H. Griffin Infrastructure in Virginia seeks a Site Safety Supervisor to oversee safety programs across heavy civil construction sites.

The role partners with the Corporate Safety Department and field operations to uphold OSHA 1926 and related standards while fostering a proactive safety culture. Responsibilities include site walks, safety training, incident reporting, and developing site-specific safety plans.