Onsite Safety Leader for Large Construction Projects

Accelevation LLC; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan with company‑m​

Health, dental, and vision insurance

First time homebuyer program

Collaborative, high-energy workplace

Job summary

Accelevation LLC is hiring a Safety Manager to lead on-site safety execution for complex projects in a Memphis environment. You will drive safety performance, enforce policies, and coordinate with project leadership to minimize risk while maintaining client relationships.

Responsibilities include mentoring safety staff, leading incident investigations, and delivering training. A CHST and 5–7 years of construction safety experience are preferred, with OSHA expertise and strong organizational

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of construction-related experience.
• 5–7 years of safety‑specific experience within construction or industrial environments.
• Extensive working knowledge of OSHA construction standards.
• CHST certification from BCSP (Required; may be obtained within one year of hire).
• CSP or ASP certification from BCSP (Preferred).
• Industry‑specific OSHA training (Preferred).
• Quality Control / Quality Assurance experience (Preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership capability within field safety operations.
• Experience mentoring or supervising safety staff (Preferred).
• Strong organizational skills with proficiency in safety documentation and reporting systems.
• Effective communicator with ability to professionally escalate safety concerns.
• Strong client‑facing communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proficiency with mobile applications, computers, and standard office software.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to meet company driving requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight to ensure all safety responsibilities are carried out effectively.
• Implement and enforce company safety policies and programs in compliance with regulations.
• Serve as the primary on-site safety leader and client-facing representative.
• Coordinate and direct daily activities of safety staff supporting the project.
• Support project planning activities including preconstruction meetings and high-risk work planning.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific safety plans and procedures.
• Lead incident and injury response including investigations and corrective actions.
• Coordinate and support regulatory inspections, audits, and site visits.
• Partner with project leadership to identify and mitigate safety risks.
• Support subcontractor onboarding and compliance with safety requirements.
• Deliver project-specific safety training and engagement activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting through approved systems.
• Provide consistent field presence and engage with craft professionals and leadership.
• Mentor and develop assigned safety staff.
• Communicate safety performance and trends to leadership.
• Assist with quality, risk management, or corporate safety initiatives as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Safety program management

Risk management

Effective communication

Client-facing

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in safety management or related field

CHST certification from BCSP

CSP or ASP certification from BCSP

OSHA training (industry-specific)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Accelevation LLC is hiring a Safety Manager to lead on-site safety execution for complex projects in a Memphis environment. You will drive safety performance, enforce policies, and coordinate with project leadership to minimize risk while maintaining client relationships.

Responsibilities include mentoring safety staff, leading incident investigations, and delivering training. A CHST and 5–7 years of construction safety experience are preferred, with OSHA expertise and strong organizational