Construction Safety Manager

ECC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem and travel allowance

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Opportunity for growth in upcoming projects

Job summary

A leading industrial contractor in Northern Virginia is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to oversee site safety for commercial construction projects. This role involves ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and implementing proactive safety programs. Ideal candidates will have field experience in construction safety and a strong understanding of OSHA standards. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to a proactive safety culture are essential. Competitive compensation and additional benefits are based on experience.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in commercial or industrial construction safety.
• Ability to engage field teams and leadership in safety initiatives.
• Experience leading incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage field teams and leadership in safety initiatives.
• Ability to build and maintain a proactive safety culture on active construction sites.
• Per diem and travel allowance (if applicable).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP).
• Conduct daily site safety inspections and toolbox talks.
• Monitor jobsite activities for OSHA compliance.
• Lead incident investigations, reporting, and corrective action planning when necessary.
• Deliver safety orientations and ongoing safety training for employees and subcontractors.
• Serve as the on-site Competent Person for safety, proactively identifying and mitigating risks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive safety culture

Field experience in construction safety

Education

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification

OSHA 510, CHST, CSM, or CSP certifications

CHST

CSM

CSP

Job description

Eastern Contractors Corporation (ECC) is the industrial general contracting division of Eastern Companies, delivering precision-engineered solutions for complex, high-performance facilities across the U.S. Southeast and beyond. ECC specializes in building clean rooms, dry rooms, and industrial infrastructure, bringing unmatched safety, technical expertise, and craftsmanship to every project. With over 2,000 completed projects, a strong safety record (EMR 0.74), and a robust $800 million bonding capacity, ECC is known for reliability and excellence at scale.

Since its founding in 1998, ECC has earned the trust of industrial clients through its commitment to collaboration and precision—from early pre-construction planning to final delivery.

Position Location: Northern Virginia/DC area

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to lead and oversee site safety for commercial construction projects across the Northern Virginia and Washington, DC area. This role is responsible for promoting and maintaining a strong culture of safety while ensuring full compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive field experience in commercial construction, a deep understanding of OSHA standards and regulatory requirements, and a demonstrated ability to implement proactive safety programs that protect employees, subcontractors, and project partners. This individual will work closely with project managers, superintendents, and field teams to identify potential risks, conduct safety training, perform site inspections, and drive continuous improvements in workplace safety across all project sites.

What you’ll do

• Implement and oversee the Site-Specific Safety Plan (SSSP) to ensure a safe and compliant jobsite environment
• Conduct daily site safety inspections, Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), and toolbox talks with project teams
• Monitor jobsite activities to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and industry best practices
• Lead incident investigations, reporting, and corrective action planning when necessary
• Deliver safety orientations and ongoing safety training for employees and subcontractors
• Serve as the on-site Competent Person for safety, proactively identifying and mitigating risks

Qualifications

• Prior experience in commercial or industrial construction safety
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required
• OSHA 510, CHST, CSM, or CSP certifications preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage field teams and leadership in safety initiatives
• Ability to build and maintain a proactive safety culture on active construction sites
• Competitive compensation based on experience (DOE)
• Per diem and travel allowance (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Opportunity to support upcoming projects and grow with our expanding project portfolio