Safety Manager

Sheakley; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Completion bonus

Per Diem for travelers

Job summary

Sheakley is seeking a Safety Manager to provide hands-on safety leadership on a major HVAC/plumbing/mechanical construction expansion project in South Boston, VA. This long-term, 1099 contractor role focuses on safe execution, site inspections, and compliance with project safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a safety background in mechanical construction with relevant certifications and a track record of proactive hazard control.

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the listed qualifications for safety leadership on a construction site.
• Experience with mechanical, HVAC, or industrial construction is preferred.
• Certification in safety with field experience is required or highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily safety oversight for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction activities.
• Conduct toolbox talks and support daily safety communications.
• Assist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Pre-Task Plans (PTPs).
• Conduct routine site inspections, audits, observations, and hazard assessments.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and project safety requirements.
• Identify unsafe conditions and coordinate corrective actions; provide field coaching.
• Coordinate safety activities with project management, supervision, and subcontractors.
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions implementation.
• Maintain safety documentation, inspection records, and compliance reports.
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the project.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Safety

OSHA 500 Certification

CHST Certification

Job description

Location: South Boston, VA

Duration: Up to 2 Years (Start: January 2027)

Type: 1099 Contractor

Compensation & Schedule

Pay Rate: $56/hr (Local Candidates) OR $52/hr + $140/day Per Diem (Travelers)

Overtime: Available as project demands require

Per Diem: $140/day (Non-Local Candidates)

Completion Bonus: $150/month

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Schedule: Monday-Thursday | Four 10-Hour Shifts | 40 Hours/Week

Additional Schedule Details: Schedule is subject to change as project activity increases throughout the life of the project.

Why This Opportunity?

Join a mechanical contractor supporting a major expansion project at the Hitachi Transformers facility in South Boston, VA. This long-term opportunity provides hands‑on safety leadership for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction activities on a half‑billion‑dollar manufacturing expansion project.

The Safety Manager will work closely with project leadership, supervision, and craft personnel to ensure compliance with site safety requirements while supporting safe and efficient project execution.

Required Qualifications

Must meet ONE of the following requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety or related field and 5+ years of construction experience
• 10+ years of full‑time construction safety experience and OSHA 500 Certification
• CHST Certification and 5+ years of construction experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical Construction Experience
• HVAC Construction Experience
• Plumbing Construction Experience
• Industrial or Manufacturing Construction Experience
• OSHA 500 Certification
• CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, STSC, or Other BCSP Credential

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide daily safety oversight for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction activities
• Conduct toolbox talks and support daily safety communications
• Assist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Pre-Task Plans (PTPs), and work planning activities
• Conduct routine site inspections, audits, observations, and hazard assessments
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and project-specific safety requirements
• Identify unsafe conditions and coordinate corrective actionsProvide field coaching and reinforce safe work practices with craft personnel
• Coordinate safety activities with project management, supervision, and subcontractors
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action implementation
• Maintain required safety documentation, inspection records, and compliance reports
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout the project

Technical Knowledge

Candidates Should Have Working Knowledge Of

• OSHA Construction Standards
• Mechanical Construction Safety
• HVAC Installation Operations
• Plumbing Construction Activities
• Industrial Construction Environments
• Contractor Safety Management
• Material Handling Operations
• Fall Protection & Elevated Work
• Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
• Pre-Task Planning (PTP)
• Incident Investigation & Corrective Actions
• Construction Risk Assessment & Mitigation
• Safety Audits & Compliance Inspections

What Success Looks Like

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on, field‑focused safety professional with experience supporting mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, or industrial construction projects.

Success in this role requires maintaining a strong field presence, proactively identifying hazards, effectively communicating with craft personnel and supervision, and ensuring all construction activities are executed safely while supporting project productivity and schedule objectives.

Apply Today

Interviews are actively being scheduled for qualified candidates.

Salary: $52 - $56 per hour