Construction Safety Manager | Regional

Compliance Management International; Trenton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Compliance Management International (CMI) is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to lead safety professionals across commercial projects in the Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware region. The role blends management with hands-on field safety and requires frequent travel, with remote work supported based on business needs.

You'll mentor safety staff, visit project sites, and build strong relationships with clients and contractors while maintaining high safety standards and OSHA

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction safety experience.
• Experience mentoring safety professionals.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards.
• Willingness to travel regionally.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor safety professionals on multiple projects.
• Visit project sites to support employees and address safety needs.
• Develop field safety staff and coordinate staffing.
• Maintain client relationships and support proposals.
• Provide hands-on field safety support and audits.
• Ensure OSHA compliance.

Skills

Construction safety

Team mentoring

Multi-site oversight

OSHA standards

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety or Construction Management

Job description

Company Summary

Compliance Management International (CMI) is a premier global provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) services, serving clients of all sizes for over 30 years. We collaborate closely with organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and governments, to enhance performance by offering integrated support that prioritizes productivity and growth while minimizing risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Company Summary

Compliance Management International (CMI) is a premier global provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) services, serving clients of all sizes for over 30 years. We collaborate closely with organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and governments, to enhance performance by offering integrated support that prioritizes productivity and growth while minimizing risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Company Offerings

At CMI, we believe in building more than just careers-we cultivate a workplace where people thrive. Whether you're looking for full-time stability, part-time flexibility, contract work, or a direct placement opportunity, we offer a variety of career paths to fit your life and goals.

Full-time team members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and employer-paid life insurance. We also provide short-term and long-term disability coverage, voluntary life insurance for employees and their families, generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, and annual performance bonuses.

But the benefits don’t stop there. We invest in your future with paid training, educational opportunities, and a strong focus on career development. Our inclusive culture, commitment to safety, and appreciation for hard work create an environment where everyone can succeed.

No matter your employment type, at CMI, you're part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and growth. Join us and discover what it means to work for a company that truly values its people.

Construction Safety Manager

Develop and support our safety professionals while providing exceptional service to our clients and partners.

Position Overview

CMI is seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to lead, mentor, and support safety professionals working across multiple commercial construction projects throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

This is a hybrid, hands-on leadership role combining employee management, field safety, client support, and consulting. The successful candidate will be an experienced construction safety professional who can lead people, build strong client relationships, and step into the field when needed.

This position reports to CMI's corporate office in Lansdale, PA, as needed and requires significant travel throughout the region. When not at the corporate office or a project location, remote work is available based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and support CMI safety professionals assigned to multiple construction projects.
• Visit project sites regularly to support employees, evaluate performance, and address client and safety needs.
• Coach and develop safety professionals while maintaining accountability and high standards of performance.
• Assist with interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and developing field safety staff.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, construction managers, project owners, and business partners.
• Provide hands-on field safety support, consulting, and project coverage as needed.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, training, and incident investigations.
• Assist employees and clients with OSHA compliance and construction safety challenges.
• Help coordinate staffing and safety resources across multiple projects.
• Support client meetings, proposals, and business development opportunities when appropriate.
• Maintain approximately 30-50% billable project and consulting work, depending on business and client needs.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction safety experience.
• Experience mentoring, supervising, or managing safety professionals on construction projects.
• Experience supporting or overseeing safety across multiple construction sites or projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards and construction safety practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coach and develop employees while also holding them accountable.
• Ability to work effectively with field personnel, contractors, project leadership, clients, and business partners.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to perform both management and hands-on field safety responsibilities.
• Ability to travel frequently throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.

Preferred Experience

Experience supporting large or complex construction projects, particularly:

• Pharmaceutical / life sciences
• Data centers
• Large commercial construction
• Industrial construction
• Multi-employer construction environments
• Experience working with subcontractors, general contractors, construction managers, or project owners is highly valued.

Preferred — Not Required

• Bachelor's degree in Safety, Construction Management, or a related field
• CHST, ASP, CSP, or other BCSP credential
• OSHA 510 or OSHA 500
• Safety training, auditing, or consulting experience

A degree is not required. CMI values practical construction experience, leadership ability, communication skills, and demonstrated success developing safety professionals.

Hybrid Work & Travel

• This is a hybrid position with significant regional travel to construction projects throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
• The Construction Safety Manager will report to CMI's Lansdale, PA corporate office as needed for meetings, training, planning, and employee development. When not at the corporate office or a client/project location, the position provides flexibility to work remotely based on business needs.
• Occasional overnight and out-of-region travel may be required.

The Right Candidate

We're looking for a strong construction safety professional who knows how to lead people.

You may currently be a Site Safety Manager, Lead Safety Professional, EHS Manager, Senior Safety Professional, or Construction Safety Manager who has developed and supported other safety professionals and is ready for broader responsibility across multiple projects.

You don't need years of corporate or regional management experience. You do need the ability to mentor employees, understand construction, solve problems, communicate effectively, earn the confidence of clients and partners, and step into the field when needed.

This is an opportunity for an experienced safety professional to take the next step in leadership while remaining connected to the construction field.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compliance Management International (CMI) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Position Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the role. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the organization. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as necessary.