Onsite Construction Safety Lead, Oregon

keeleyconstruction; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Construction seeks a Site Safety Manager for an 8-month Hillsboro, OR project. You will oversee day-to-day safety on active sites, enforce OSHA compliance, and coordinate with project teams and subcontractors to uphold safe practices.

Responsibilities include leading daily safety huddles, developing site-specific safety plans, and maintaining comprehensive safety records. 7+ years of field safety in construction are expected; CHST/OHST/STSC certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Safety & Health or Construction Management preferred; equivalent field experience accepted.
• 7+ years of site-level safety experience in construction or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA construction standards and hazard recognition.
• Demonstrated ability to lead safety efforts at the field level and build rapport with tradespeople and subcontractors.
• Safety certifications such as CHST/OHST/STSC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day safety efforts on active construction sites, ensuring OSHA compliance.
• Collaborate with project teams, subcontractors, and field personnel to enforce safe work practices.
• Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections and audits, document findings and follow up on corrective actions.
• Lead daily safety huddles, toolbox talks, and pre-task planning meetings.
• Develop site-specific safety plans and ensure proper implementation throughout the project.
• Maintain safety documentation including site assessments, incident reports, and training records.
• Collaborate with subcontractors to verify safety protocols are followed and coach them on safe practices.
• Monitor PPE inventory and ensure proper usage on-site.
• Foster a culture of safety through communication and coaching.
• Assist in incident investigations with root cause analysis and reporting.

Skills

OSHA construction standards knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Hazard recognition

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Occupational Safety & Health or Construction Management

Tools

Electronic safety reporting systems

Job description

Keeley Construction seeks a Site Safety Manager for an 8-month Hillsboro, OR project. You will oversee day-to-day safety on active sites, enforce OSHA compliance, and coordinate with project teams and subcontractors to uphold safe practices.

Responsibilities include leading daily safety huddles, developing site-specific safety plans, and maintaining comprehensive safety records. 7+ years of field safety in construction are expected; CHST/OHST/STSC certifications preferred.