Safety Manager

Sea Island Land Development; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401k

Multiple medical plans

Generous PTO

Job summary

Sea Island Land Development is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee safety processes across multiple projects in the lowcountry. You will drive zero‑injury goals, conduct site inspections, and collaborate with Foremen, Superintendents, and Project Managers to uphold top safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 5–7 years in construction safety, OSHA 500/510 preferred, and instructor certification is a plus. Excellent communication and leadership are essential to lead training and incident

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in construction safety, heavy civil focus.
• OSHA 500 and 510 certifications desired.
• First Aid, CPR, AED instructor certification preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety processes, collaborate with site teams, drive zero-injury goals.
• Coordinate with Foremen, Superintendents and PMs to uphold high safety standards.
• Conduct site inspections and safety assessments, monitor progress.
• Address safety issues, modify plans as needed.
• Develop and deliver safety training programs for employees.
• Lead safety programs across projects, plan and manage risk mitigation.
• Participate in inspections, investigations, root cause analyses.
• Complete accident investigations and report findings with corrective actions.
• Identify site hazards and develop mitigation plans for future risks.
• Provide updates to senior leadership on safety initiatives and progress.
• Stay current with regulations and industry trends; ensure site compliance.

Skills

Safety management

Construction safety

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Incident investigations

Trainer/instructor

Multi-project coordination

Education

OSHA 500

OSHA 510

Job description

Sea Island Land Development, a leader in site work and utility solutions in the lowcountry since 2016, is happy to announce that we are seeking a Safety Manager. If you are seeking to grow within a forward thinking, rapidly growing organization then we would like to speak to you!

Primary Responsibilities

• This role will involve overseeing safety processes, collaborating with site teams, and driving our commitment to a zero-injury environment
• The Safety Manager will work directly with Foremen, Superintendents and Project Managers to ensure the highest safety standards are met
• Conduct project site inspections and comprehensive safety assessments to monitor safety progress and support project team members
• Address and resolve safety issues promptly, making modifications to project plans as needed
• Develop and implement safety training programs to educate employees on safety requirements and best practices
• Coordinate and lead safety programs across multiple projects, planning and managing work to minimize risks and prevent injuries or property damage
• Participate in inspections, incident investigations, and near-miss assessments, performing root cause analysis
• Complete accident investigations, report findings to leadership, and recommend corrective measures
• Identify project site risks and hazards, developing plans to mitigate future risks and enhance safety protocols
• Provide regular updates to the senior leadership team on safety status, ongoing initiatives, and progress across multiple projects
• Lead and implement health and safety strategies, staying up to date on relevant regulations and industry trends
• Oversee compliance with company safety standards, ensuring they are adhered to across all sites

Position Requirements

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction safety, with a strong focus on heavy civil construction projects
• OSHA 500 and 510 certifications desired
• First Aid, CPR, and AED instructor certification preferred
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex safety issues to diverse teams
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
• Prefer NCCER Trained Instructor or someone familiar with the curriculum

Management Responsibilities

• This position will have no direct reports at this time

Why Sea Island

• Industry leading benefits and compensation plan including matching 401k, multiple medical plans to choose from and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• A commitment to work/life balance
• Rapidly growing company committed to internal development and growth

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