Safety Manager

American Contracting and Environmental Services; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Safety Manager to enhance their safety program on active projects. This role focuses on fostering a safety-first culture to ensure every employee goes home safely. Key responsibilities include leading safety inspections, training crews on safety standards, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety & Health and at least 5 years of experience in construction safety. This position requires onsite presence with 58-hour work weeks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction safety experience required.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and jobsite safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a proactive, safety-first culture across all projects.
• Conduct routine jobsite safety inspections and audits.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide safety preplanning for upcoming work and high-risk activities.
• Train crews on safe work practices and company safety standards.
• Investigate accidents and near-misses; identify root causes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

OSHA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health

Job description

ACE is seeking a Safety Manager to lead and elevate our safety program across active projects. In construction, safety isn’t a priority - it’s a standard. This role is responsible for driving a culture where every employee and trade partner goes home safe, every day. The Safety Manager partners closely with project leadership and field teams to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and continuously improve how we plan and execute work safely.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a proactive, safety-first culture across all projects
• Conduct routine jobsite safety inspections and audits
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all federal, state, and local regulations
• Provide safety preplanning for upcoming work and high-risk activities
• Train crews on safe work practices and company safety standards
• Investigate accidents and near-misses; identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with Superintendents and Project Managers to develop safer work methods
• Evaluate and monitor subcontractor safety performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety & Health or related field and 5+ years of construction safety experience
• OR equivalent field experience in commercial construction safety
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA standards and jobsite safety best practices required.

Leadership Expectations at ACE

• Build strong, accountable teams
• Communicate clearly and lead by example
• Take ownership of results
• Act with integrity and professionalism
• Foster trust with employees, trade partners, and clients

On site full time. 58 hour work weeks.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk active jobsites, sit for extended periods, use hands and arms regularly, and communicate effectively in both office and field environments.