On-Site Safety Lead - Construction Compliance

hitt; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Premium health coverage

401(k) match

Wellness program

Paid holidays & time off

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

HITT Contracting is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to support on-site safety programs, inspections, and subcontractor oversight on active Virginia projects. This role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and proactive safety leadership across teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of safety experience, OSHA 30, and a four-year degree is strongly preferred; in lieu of a degree, relevant work experience is acceptable. Salary range $69,300–$100,800 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of safety experience.
• A four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred.
• In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable.
• Current First Aid AED/CPR certification a plus.
• 2-5+ years' experience with a general contractor.
• OSHA 30 certificate required.
• A CSP, ASP, CHST or other Safety related designation preferred.
• Ability to write professional reports, business correspondence, and technical procedures.
• Proficient documentation, record keeping and organizational skills required.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as well as the ability and willingness to learn new software applications.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to multi-task and most importantly, the ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conducts on site safety inspections utilizing web-based H&S application system with some direction and assistance
• Evaluates project compliance with federal, state, local, corporate and client safety regulations and procedures
• Evaluates safety performance of subcontractors working on HITT projects
• Reviews project safety inspections with Site Operations
• Distributes project safety inspections to key project team members and subcontractors
• Tracks open safety issues to closure
• Researches/evaluates OSHA regulations to address project needs, at direction of H&S manager
• Participates in accident/incident investigation with assistance or direction from other HITT H&S Department members
• Delivers safety toolbox meetings
• Assists with on site health safety training
• Reviews Job Hazard Analysis with assistance or direction
• Assists in development of site specific safety plans
• Participates in project safety and subcontractor meetings as needed
• Assists in development and delivery of project H&S orientations
• Elevates H&S concerns
• Assists with safety signage selection for projects
• Assists with managing and reviewing of project documentation requirements
• Researches and collaborates to obtain information to resolve H&S-related issues
• Identifies or selects specialized H&S/protective equipment for projects with some assistance
• Assists with execution of project wide safety stand downs
• Creates and maintains positive working relationships with HITT project teams and subcontractors

Skills

OSHA 30

CSP

CHST

Report writing

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering/business

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

HITT Contracting is seeking an Assistant Safety Manager to support on-site safety programs, inspections, and subcontractor oversight on active Virginia projects. This role emphasizes collaboration, documentation, and proactive safety leadership across teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of safety experience, OSHA 30, and a four-year degree is strongly preferred; in lieu of a degree, relevant work experience is acceptable. Salary range $69,300–$100,800 with comprehensive benefits.