Position Summary
The Construction Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs that promote a safe and healthy work environment across construction projects. This role ensures compliance with all federal, state, local, and company safety regulations while fostering a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific and company-wide safety programs.
- Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections and audits to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
- Lead incident investigations, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Facilitate safety orientations for new employees, subcontractors, and visitors.
- Conduct ongoing safety training, toolbox talks, and educational programs.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, and local regulations, as well as company safety policies.
- Review of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and site-specific safety plans.
- Monitor and document safety performance metrics, trends, and corrective actions.
- Partner with project managers, superintendents, and field personnel to proactively address safety concerns.
- Manage workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs, as applicable.
- Maintain records of inspections, incidents, training, and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Participate in project planning meetings to identify and mitigate potential safety risks before work begins.
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies during inspections and investigations.
- Support emergency preparedness planning and response activities.
- Recommend improvements to safety policies, procedures, and best practices.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of construction safety experience, preferably in commercial, industrial, heavy civil, or specialty construction environments.
- Equivalent combination of education and construction safety experience may be considered.
- Experience conducting safety audits, investigations, and training programs.
- Knowledge of construction means, methods, and field operations.
Certifications
Preferred certifications:
- OSHA 500 or OSHA 510
- CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)
- ASP/CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
- Strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to influence safe behaviors across all levels of the organization.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and safety management software.
- Ability to prepare reports, analyze trends, and develop corrective action plans.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in working with regulatory agencies, such as Oreong OSHA, L&I, CalOSHA, etc.