Overview
The Safety Manager assists in developing, implementing, and maintaining the company’s safety program across job sites within the region. This role promotes a proactive, behavior-based safety culture among field employees, conducts regular site visits, leads safety trainings, and investigates incidents to drive continuous improvement across all operations.
Responsibilities
- Maintain company-wide safety policies and develop job-specific safety plans.
- Conduct regular job site visits to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
- Participate in JSA (Job Safety Analysis) reviews and Jobsite Gym activities.
- Lead frequent safety trainings and meetings at the corporate, regional, and self-perform levels.
- Participate in and lead corporate safety meetings.
- Lead self-perform preconstruction safety meetings.
- Serve as a trainer for programs including Fall Protection, NFPA Hot Work, First Aid/CPR, MEWP, and Forklift Certification.
- Perform hazard assessments and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.
- Investigate incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and lead root cause analyses.
- Ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of PPE and fall protection systems.
- Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and coordinate site-wide safety initiatives.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure completion of pre-task documentation, including:
- Fall Protection Plans
- Demolition Plans
- Silica Exposure Control Plans
- Maintain safety documentation such as OSHA logs, safety meeting records, and training certifications.
- Work with superintendents to plan safe means and methods for high-risk activities such as scaffolding, formwork, heavy lifting, and concrete operations.
- Stay current with local, state, and federal safety regulations and industry best practices.
Key Skills
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills — a strong, visible presence is essential in this role.
- Initiative and strong problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to multi‑task and effectively prioritize workload.
- Self‑motivated and results‑driven.
- Capable of working both collaboratively and independently.
- Strong negotiation and leadership skills.
- High level of professional ethics and integrity.
- Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
- Proven ability to enhance processes and improve efficiencies.
Required Experience
- 5+ years of construction safety experience, preferably in large‑scale ground‑up or renovation commercial projects.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.
- OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Certification required.
- Professional certifications such as CHST, ASP, CSP, or similar are a plus.
- Experience developing and implementing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Site‑Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs), and Fall Protection Plans.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel regularly to job sites.
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field required.
- OSHA 500 Trainer certification or trainer‑level experience for required safety topics is a plus.
- Experience managing high‑risk construction activities, including concrete forming, scaffolding, trenching, and demolition.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting