Safety Manager

Build People; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Health insurance

401k with match

Paid time off

Company vehicle

Cell phone & laptop

Career growth

Job summary

Build People in Miami, FL seeks an experienced Safety Manager to lead safety across mid- and high-rise commercial construction sites in South Florida. You will work with project teams, subcontractors, and leadership to uphold OSHA standards and company safety policies.

Responsibilities include leading safety programs, conducting inspections, investigations, trainings, reviewing JHAs/AHAs, and coordinating with superintendents to mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience with a General Contractor.
• Experience on mid-rise and/or high-rise commercial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
• OSHA 500, CHST, CSP, or equivalent certifications are highly preferred.
• Experience conducting safety audits, incident investigations, and training sessions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enforce all jobsite safety programs across assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, local, state, and company safety regulations.
• Conduct daily jobsite inspections and identify potential hazards.
• Perform incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety orientations, and ongoing safety training.
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and site-specific safety plans.
• Partner with Superintendents and Project Managers to proactively mitigate project risks.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with all safety requirements.
• Track safety metrics, inspections, audits, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies during inspections.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and project records.
• Promote a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety culture

Influence field staff

Education

OSHA 500 certification

CHST certification

CSP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Safety management software

Job description

• Concrete structures
• Structural concrete
• Interior build-outs

Location: Miami, FL

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead all aspects of safety for mid- and high-rise commercial construction projects throughout South Florida. This individual will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and company leadership to ensure every jobsite maintains the highest standards of safety while complying with OSHA regulations and company policies. The ideal candidate has experience working for a General Contractor on vertical construction projects and is passionate about building a proactive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enforce all jobsite safety programs across assigned projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, local, state, and company safety regulations.
• Conduct daily jobsite inspections and identify potential hazards.
• Perform incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning.
• Lead toolbox talks, safety orientations, and ongoing safety training.
• Review Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and site-specific safety plans.
• Partner with Superintendents and Project Managers to proactively mitigate project risks.
• Monitor subcontractor compliance with all safety requirements.
• Track safety metrics, inspections, audits, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies during inspections.
• Maintain accurate safety documentation and project records.
• Promote a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience with a General Contractor.
• Experience on mid-rise and/or high-rise commercial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety best practices.
• OSHA 500, CHST, CSP, or equivalent certifications are highly preferred.
• Experience conducting safety audits, incident investigations, and training sessions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence field personnel and subcontractors while building positive relationships.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and digital safety management platforms.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Project Experience

• High-rise residential
• Luxury condominiums
• Mixed-use developments
• Hospitality
• Commercial buildings
• Concrete structures
• Post-tension construction
• Tower crane operations
• Structural concrete
• Interior build-outs

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Cell phone and laptop
• Career growth opportunities with a leading General Contractor