Safety Manager

Jobless; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k with company contributions

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fessler & Bowman, Inc. in Raleigh, NC seeks a Safety Manager 1 to oversee regional safety programs, train staff, and ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations on commercial and industrial projects.

The role reports to the Safety Director, collaborates with project teams, conducts audits, and develops site-specific safety plans. Travel is required; a bachelor’s in safety or engineering plus OSHA certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, or Engineering.
• 6–8 years of large-scale safety/PM experience, with 4+ in management.
• Experience developing JHA and Pre-Task Plans for construction.
• OSHA 510 required; OSHA 500 preferred.
• Current First Aid/CPR certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety programs for designated region and teams.
• Conduct safety meetings, audits, and inspections.
• Develop Emergency Action Plans with management.
• Ensure compliance with industry, local, state, and federal guidelines.
• Provide technical safety support to project managers.
• Maintain written safety logs and inspections.

Skills

Safety leadership

Job Hazard Analysis

Pre-task planning

OSHA standards

Construction safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety/Health/Engineering

OSHA 510 (required)

OSHA 500 (preferred)

Job description

Founded in 1963 by Don Fessler & George Bowman, Fessler & Bowman, Inc. has grown from a residential flatwork & basement wall contractor to a top 100 Commercial Concrete Contractor recognized across the nation. Keeping customer satisfaction as our fundamental core value has allowed Fessler & Bowman, Inc. to prosper for nearly six decades.

Our Culture & Philosophy

Fessler & Bowman is a fast-paced and culture-focused industry leader in specialty concrete and civil earthwork. When we talk about culture at F&B, it is not just a plaque hanging in our lobby. Our values are our driving force and have allowed us to build a phenomenal team delivering best in class products to our customers.

• Relentless Commitment
• Be Open & Constructive
• Team Success
• Care About Our Customers
• Take Pride in Our Product

Summary

The Safety Manager 1 will report to the Safety Director and collaborate with the Safety Department to complete initiatives to ensure that Fessler & Bowman is compliant and innovative. The Safety Manager 1 also provides the project management teams with guidance and confirms that project sites fulfill industry, local, state, and federal guidelines and regulations. Through site assessments, employee training, preventative care and being a resource to the Company, the Safety Manager 1 will assist in maintaining an evolving safety culture. The following descriptions are representative of, but not limited to, the expectations for the position.

Five Key Roles of the Safety Manager 1

• Conducts safety meetings, audits, and inspections to ensure compliance, evaluate performance, identify corrective action, and implement follow up assessments

• Plans, implements, manages, and maintains comprehensive environmental safety & health programs on premises or at project site locations
• Guarantees that all work is performed in accordance with approved manuals, internal policies and procedures, contract documents, and good engineering practices
• Collaborates with management to develop an Emergency Action Plan and serve as the primary contact for project site injury and incident notification, investigation, and case management
• Plans, implements, and conducts preventative care, safety, and compliance training programs

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of safety for the designated region, including the management of direct reports
• Provides project management team with guidance on health and safety and confirm project site fulfills industry, local, state, and federal guidelines, and regulations
• Provides technical support to project managers
• Coordinates and monitors schedule updates, invoices, and submittals
• Reports the status of projects to the Project Management team
• Participates in team meetings and provides regular on-site project presence
• Maintains a written log of safety inspection activities, reports, and correspondence
• Reviews Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) documentation and creates pre-task analysis plans for all project activities
• Develops site-specific safety plans catered to individual project needs and requirements
• Ensures that all employees and trade partners adhere to all the Fessler & Bowman’s safety requirements
• Responsible for all accident reporting and investigations
• Responsible for all equipment or structural damage reporting
• Responsible for ensuring that all workers are properly trained and maintain proper records for safe site practices
• Responsible for all corrective actions to address any safety issues
• Creates and maintains relationships between sub-contractor and general contractor
• Communicating and upholding the Company’s commitment to Integrity and Code of Ethics
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

Education, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Health, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 6-8 years of large-scale commercial, or industrial project management experience, including at least 4 years of management level safety professional experience
• Experience developing Job Hazard Analysis and Pre-Task Plans for construction sites
• OSHA 500 -OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry preferred
• OSHA 510 -OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry required
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR, OSHA, 30-hour Construction Safety and Industry Standards are a plus

Travel

Travel to and from job sites and office locations is required for this position. Fessler & Bowman will compensate for travel when applicable.

Work Environment

As a Safety Manager 1, you will be subject to various work environments. Work environments can include but are not limited to: high/low temperatures, areas close to traffic, loud and frequent noises, confined spaces, heights, indoor/outdoor settings. The employee will frequently be required to use hands or fingers to handle or feel.

Benefits

Fessler & Bowman is proud to provide eligible Team Members with the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company contributions
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process will include a phone screen, in-person meeting, and a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Fessler & Bowman is an Equal Opportunity Employer