Division Safety Leader – Utility Construction

Team Fishel; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Profit sharing

Job summary

Team Fishel, a leader in utility construction, seeks a Division Safety Manager in Richmond, VA to lead safety teams across VA and NC. You will enforce safety policies, drive training, and oversee regulatory compliance on diverse utility projects including gas, power, telecom, and data centers.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in safety management with advanced certifications, experience with telematics and driver coaching, and willingness to travel regionally.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dedicated safety management experience in utility construction.
• Deep knowledge of OSHA, PHMSA and EPA regulations applicable to field sites.
• Experience with fleet safety, telematics, and driver coaching programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety team across VA/NC and align policy enforcement.
• Develop and enforce utility safety, health, and environmental policies.
• Conduct site safety inspections and audits across active projects.
• Lead incident investigations and implement root cause controls.
• Oversee fleet safety and driver coaching using telematics data.
• Deliver safety training and foster an accident-free culture.
• Coordinate with field crews, drivers, supers, and subs.
• Perform risk assessments and LSAs for high-risk ops.
• Track KPIs, OSHA logs, and assist in audits.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team leadership

Coaching

Regulatory knowledge

Incident investigation

Communication

Training development

Education

OSHA 500

CSP (Certified Safety Professional)

CSM (Certified Safety Manager)

CUSP (Certified Utility Safety Professional)

ASP

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

First Aid/CPR Trainer

Smith System Driving Trainer

OSHA Authorized Trainer

Tools

Samsara

Job description

Team Fishel, a leader in utility construction, seeks a Division Safety Manager in Richmond, VA to lead safety teams across VA and NC. You will enforce safety policies, drive training, and oversee regulatory compliance on diverse utility projects including gas, power, telecom, and data centers.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in safety management with advanced certifications, experience with telematics and driver coaching, and willingness to travel regionally.