Regional Safety Manager

Sylvan, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvan, Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Regional Safety Manager to lead occupational health and safety across multiple construction projects. Design and implement safety plans for high-voltage electrical, heavy rigging, hot work, trenching, and confined spaces. You’ll audit sites, investigate incidents, manage workers’ comp, and build a proactive culture through training and toolbox talks. A CSP/CHST and a related degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent field experience.
• CSP or CHST certification.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Deep knowledge of TOSHA/OSHA Part 1926 regulations (NFPA 70E).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within Middle Tennessee and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional safety program leadership across multiple trades and sites.
• Conduct audits, site inspections, and risk assessments; verify subcontractor safety plans.
• Lead incident investigations and manage workers’ compensation processes.
• Oversee training programs and toolbox talks to foster a proactive safety culture.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Safety program management

MS Office proficiency

Safety software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

CSP

CHST

First Aid/CPR/AED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Construction safety software

Job description

Sylvan is seeking an experienced, dynamic Regional Safety Manager based in Nashville, TN, to oversee, implement, and elevate our occupational health and safety programs across multiple construction projects in the region. Because we operate as a multi-trades constructioncompany (including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and structural trades), our environments are complex, fast-moving, and highly collaborative.

In this role, you will not just enforce rules; you will actively build a proactive culture of safety, and serve as the expert advisor on trade-specific hazards. Your primary mission is to ensure every worker returns home safely every day while supporting efficient project execution across Tennessee.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regional Program Leadership & Trade-Specific Safety

• Design and execute comprehensive health and safety plans tailored to specific multi-trade operations (e.g., high-voltage electrical, heavy mechanical rigging, hot work, trenching, and confined spaces).
• Standardize safety practices across all regional jobsites, ensuring full compliance with TOSHA (Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration), federal OSHA, EPA, and local Nashville municipal laws.
• Manage a regional team of site safety professionals, providing them with mentorship, coaching, and clear performance objectives.

2. Audits, Site Inspections & Risk Mitigation

• Conduct regular, unannounced field audits and hazard assessments to identify at-risk behaviors and physical site hazards.
• Review subcontractor safety plans and pre-qualifications to verify that external trade partners align with our strict safety standards.
• Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to build Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA) and job-site specific safety plans before new project phases launch.

3. Incident Investigation & Compliance Tracking

• Lead root-cause investigations for any near-misses, injuries, equipment damage, or vehicular accidents.
• Manage workers' compensation claims in accordance with Tennessee workers' comp laws, developing transitional return-to-work programs for injured personnel.
• Maintain exact safety data, including OSHA 300 logs, incident reports, training matrices, and safety tracking metrics to present to executive leadership.

4. Training & Culture Building

• Oversee employee orientations and continuous safety training programs (e.g., Fall Protection, Lockout/Tagout).
• Develop relevant, field-focused toolbox talks tailored to multi-trade workflows to maintain high safety awareness.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Experience: 5+ years of dedicated construction safety management experience, ideally within a multi-trade or specialty contracting environment.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Construction Management, or a related scientific/engineering field (or equivalent extensive field experience).
• Certifications:
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Health and Safety Technician (CHST).
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep mastery of TOSHA / OSHA Part 1926 regulations, specifically regarding electrical safety (NFPA 70E), fall protection, scaffolding, and heavy equipment operation.
• Travel & Licensing: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to travel frequently within Middle Tennessee and beyond.

Preferred Skills

• A collaborative, relationship-building leadership style—coaching workers in the field rather than managing strictly through discipline.
• Proficiency with modern construction safety software and the MS Office Suite.