Corporate Construction Safety Manager

Cape Fox Corporation

Town of Florida (NY)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 180,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Cape Fox Corporation, via Mountain Point, seeks a Corporate Construction Safety Manager to lead safety programs across multiple US construction sites and overseas projects. The role drives policy development, risk assessment, training, incident investigations, and regulatory compliance.

Strong leadership and EM385-1-1 expertise are essential. Primary duties include managing SSHOs, coordinating with project teams, and maintaining OSHA compliance records while traveling to client sites.

Qualifications

Minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction safety and health industry.
Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety or construction management (Desired).
Expert knowledge of EM 385-1-1 safety requirements.
Bilingual English and Spanish (desired).
Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Review and update environmental, health and safety procedures to meet standards.
Develop and implement health and safety plans per OSHA/EM385-1-1 requirements.
Lead safety training and incident investigations; recommend improvements.
Manage SSHOs and safety staff to support project managers and site superintendents.
Maintain safety records and OSHA compliance documentation.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

OSHA/ safety knowledge

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety or construction management

EM 385-1-1 knowledge

Certified Safety Professional (des.)

Certified CHST (des.)

OSHA Fall Protection Training (des.)

Confined Space Training (des.)

OSHA Outreach 10/30-Hr (COTP)

First Aid/CPR (des.)

USACE Construction Quality Management (des.)

Job description

Corporate Construction Safety Manager - (9051)

Cape Fox, subsidiary Mountain Point is seeking a qualified Corporate Safety Manager. This candidate position will develop and implement health and safety plans, enforce policies, assess risk, and ensure compliance with legal guidelines for the Mountain Point construction company. Work will be performed primarily within the United States, however, CFMP is working abroad as well. General construction work will include: building renovations and repair; new construction; civil; security upgrades; demolition; pre-construction services, and IT and physical security upgrades;

The Safety Manager supports internal department development of the safety program for standard operating procedures (SOPs), deliverables, subcontractors, and employees to embed the safety culture of Zero accidents in the company. The employee will help improve and/or develop internal safety and quality control (QC) policies. The Safety Manager will oversee the department of site safety and health officers (SSHOs), safety specialists in support of project managers, site superintendents and their construction projects. The Safety Manager will conduct training, investigate incidents, and provide recommendations for improvement, aiming to create a safe and compliant workplace environment.The employee will maintain company safety records and training records for OSHA compliance.

Review and update company environmental, health and safety procedures. Ensure company safety and quality standards are met in project execution.
Develop and execute health and safety plans in the workplace according to OSHA guidelines and EM385-1-1. New ACOE APP implementation.
Promote Company safety policies and rules. Assure compliance with Department of Defense and OSHA laws and regulations. Conduct required employee safety training.
Establish and continually review safety programs and policies. Revise and develop new policies as required.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses to determine root causes and develop corrective actions.
Serve as a Company contact with the insurance carrier. Visit job sites and Company locations with the loss control representative.
Manage and maintain workers compensation (WC) claims with insurance company and individuals filing WC claims.
Provide toolbox talks to crews and demonstrate the proper way of giving the talks.
Develop and implement a job set-up/mobilization program to ensure proper site documentation and initial safety materials are ordered and delivered for all new projects.
Provide training and education to employees on environmental, health and safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and best practices. Schedule training for employees certifications that cannot be provided in-house by Corporate Safety manager.
Develop and implement a program for employee continuing education to ensure employees meet their annual requirements
Implement and Maintain Company safety recognition program.
Comply with all Company policies, rules, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Develop and implement occupational health and safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements
Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
Maintain accurate records of safety incidents, inspections, training sessions, and other relevant data.
Track and Manage employee safety certifications.

Primary work will be supporting construction efforts on U.S. Government contracts at military installations. Safety managers typically work full-time in a variety of settings, including offices, facilities or construction sites. travel to facilitate project kick off with safety officers and monthly audits. The employee can be exposed to dangerous or stressful situations. The employee must use safety equipment to minimize the risk of illness or injury.

Employee must be able to work with minimal supervision, be flexible, cooperative and take initiative; work well under pressure, plan, be resourceful, and well organized; maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and be polite and professional with the general public; maintain a professional approach towards work and a positive attitude and philosophy consistent with Company standards.

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at: $130,000.00 - $180,000.00

The above salary range represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, for fulltime, benefit eligible positions we offer a variety of benefits including company holidays, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance as well as 401K with company match.

Travel Requirements

50 - 75%

Job Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Minimum of 10 years of experience in the construction safety and health industry

Bachelor’s degree in occupational health and safety or another similar field, or construction management (Desired)
Expert knowledgeable with the provisions of EM 385-1-1 "Corps of Engineers Safety and Occupational Health Requirements Manual, dated March 2024
Bilingual - English and Spanish (desired)

Certifications and training should include:

Certified Safety Professional (desired)
Certified CHST
OSHA Fall Protection Training
Confined Space Training
10-Hour or 30-Hour OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program (COTP)
FIRST AID/CPR certification
USACE, Construction Quality Management for Contractors (desired)

Candidate shall have or obtain the following certifications/courses within 90 days of employment

Certified Safety Professional (desired)
Certified CHST
OSHA Fall Protection Training
Confined Space Training
10-Hour or 30-Hour OSHA Construction Outreach Training Program (COTP)
FIRST AID/CPR certification
USACE, Construction Quality Management for Contractors (desired)

Qualifications and Requirements

Must be able to effectively manage subordinate managers and professionals.
Proven skills to identify onsite construction hazards and recommend/implement elimination, mitigation or controls
Proven knowledge of construction equipment, methods, and processes and how to incorporate best safe practices in our daily activities
Ability to complete special tasks and projects with limited direction and oversight
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate with others at all levels of the organization
Experience conducting safety training and the ability to connect with frontline employees
Ability to travel to company work sites, as needed
Computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Sit or stand throughout a regular workday.
Able to work on computer for long periods.

This position requires the ability to maneuver around work sites, see, hear, and verbally communicate with co-workers and clients. Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking, climbing, or standing for prolonged periods of time; frequent opportunity to move about and to work outside the office environment for extended periods involving exposure to the elements with weather that will include extreme heat, cold, wind, rain or other inclement weather, walking over rough and uneven surfaces, and routine lifting of up to 25 pounds. If required, must properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times including but not limited to; hard hats, steel-toed boots, eye protection, respiratory protection, and hearing protection. Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety

Meet OSHA training requirements specific to project work and ensure project team employees meet the requirements
Ensures adherence to all company safety rules and SOPs in area of responsibility
Rectifies unsafe actions and/or conditions immediately
Participates in maintaining safe work environment by sharing and participating in all safety related meetings, training, etc.