Electrical Construction Safety Lead

L.E. Myers Co; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The L.E. Myers Co. is seeking a Safety Specialist to partner with field teams, clients, and subcontractors across electric construction projects.

You will promote safety policies, conduct site visits, and ensure compliance with regulations throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in environmental, health, and safety roles, a high school diploma, and a relevant safety certification; willingness to travel is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) field roles is required.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Minimum of one safety certification is preferred (e.g., CSHO, CHST, SMS, SSH, CSP).
• Undergraduate degree in Safety Management or related field preferred; combination of relevant experience and education considered in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing site visits to observe and document safety behaviors and work conditions to ensure a safety focus throughout all phases of electric construction projects.
• Coordinate with Operations teams to create site-specific safety plans; actively participate in safety meetings to review job hazard analysis and hazard recognition tools.
• Participate in project kick off and progress meetings.
• Support client-specific safety requirements programs and ensure alignment with client expectations and company rules.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to environmental protection or occupational health and safety.
• Coach and mentor project site personnel regarding safety practices and behaviors.
• Conduct proactive behavior-based and quality-focused field safety observations and PPE hazard assessments.
• Partner with Safety, Safety Training & Operations teams to schedule or facilitate required employee trainings.

Skills

Problem-solving

MS Office

Verbal & written communication

OSHA knowledge

Team player

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Electric construction PM practices

Travel for site visits

Education

High school diploma or GED

Safety certification (preferred)

Bachelor's in Safety Management (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The L.E. Myers Co. is seeking a Safety Specialist to partner with field teams, clients, and subcontractors across electric construction projects.

You will promote safety policies, conduct site visits, and ensure compliance with regulations throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in environmental, health, and safety roles, a high school diploma, and a relevant safety certification; willingness to travel is required.