On-Site Safety Manager - Mechanical Construction

R.S. Harritan & Company, Inc.; Newport News (VA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

R.S. Harritan & Company, Inc.

is seeking an on-site Safety Manager, Construction (Mechanical) in Newport News, VA to support the Director of Loss Control and project teams by enforcing health and safety controls, processes, and procedures to prevent injury from chemicals, physical and ergonomic risks. The role includes conducting inspections, leading accident investigations, updating HASP/JHA, coordinating safety training, and maintaining records to ensure compliance with federal, state, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health and safety or related field.
• 5–10 years of safety experience in construction.
• Familiarity with HASP and JHA.
• OSHA 30-hour construction safety or equivalent; maintain 24 hours of safety coursework every four years.
• Familiarity with OSHA, safety regs at federal/state/city levels; CHST/STS/OSHA 500 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety compliance contractually and with Federal and State laws for project sites.
• Lead and oversee accident investigations to identify causes and prevention.
• Conduct site safety inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Provide education and training in safety disciplines.
• Update HASP, JHA, and related safety documentation and safety objectives as needed.
• Enter SMIS data for injury reporting and other required records.
• Maintain Fleet program records and scheduling of safety training and certs.
• Assist project team and safety lead with safety audits and enforcement of the safety program.
• Assist with daily safety checklists for tools, equipment, and materials.
• Promote a zero-accident environment; coordinate drug and alcohol testing as needed.
• Meet background check and fitness-for-duty requirements as per projects/customers.
• Must possess valid state driver's license and reliable transportation.

Skills

Safety management

OSHA regulations

Safety training

Incident investigation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in health and safety

OSHA 30-hour construction safety

CHST/STs/OSHA 500 (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

R.S. Harritan & Company, Inc.

is seeking an on-site Safety Manager, Construction (Mechanical) in Newport News, VA to support the Director of Loss Control and project teams by enforcing health and safety controls, processes, and procedures to prevent injury from chemicals, physical and ergonomic risks. The role includes conducting inspections, leading accident investigations, updating HASP/JHA, coordinating safety training, and maintaining records to ensure compliance with federal, state, and