Field Safety Leader - Construction & Compliance

David E. Looper & Company; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

David E. Looper & Company seeks a Safety Manager to lead on-site safety culture across all projects. You will partner with project teams to enforce OSHA compliance, conduct inspections, and drive proactive risk reduction.

The role requires strong communication, field leadership, and the ability to travel 30–50% to support field operations and investigations. Join a team committed to safety excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 Construction preferred.
• Experience in construction safety or related fields (emergency services, law enforcement, or fire service).
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and jobsite best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and influence field teams.
• Strong organizational, reporting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel overnight approximately 30–50% of the time and work outside normal hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support development and continuous improvement of company-wide safety programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and project-specific requirements.
• Lead field-facing initiatives with Project Managers, Superintendents, and subcontractors to drive safe work practices.
• Conduct regular jobsite inspections, audits, and risk assessments; implement proactive solutions.
• Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
• Track and communicate safety metrics, reports, and documentation timely.
• Provide guidance to leadership on safety risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in development and delivery of safety training programs.

Skills

OSHA 30 Construction

Construction safety

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Travel willingness

Job description

David E. Looper & Company seeks a Safety Manager to lead on-site safety culture across all projects. You will partner with project teams to enforce OSHA compliance, conduct inspections, and drive proactive risk reduction.

The role requires strong communication, field leadership, and the ability to travel 30–50% to support field operations and investigations. Join a team committed to safety excellence and continuous improvement.