Safety Manager (Federal Construction)

CyberCoders; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation/PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a Safety Manager experienced in federal construction to lead safety programs across government projects, including Port of Entry work and contracts with GSA, USACE, NAVFAC, and VA.

The Safety Manager will serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) on projects as required, ensure compliance with federal safety regulations and client standards, develop and implement project-specific safety plans, and drive a proactive safety culture that minimizes incidents and keeps

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Construction Management, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 58 years of progressive safety experience on federal construction projects, with demonstrated roles as Safety Manager or SSHO on projects for GSA, USACE, NAVFAC, Port of Entry, or VA preferred.
• OSHA Outreach Instructor certifications and credentials: OSHA 500 (trainer‑authority) and OSHA 502 (Construction Outreach Trainer) strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federal agency safety standards and specifications (USACE EM 385‑1‑1, NAVFAC safety requirements, GSA and VA guidance) and 29 CFR 1926/1910 regulatory compliance.
• Certifications such as CSP, CHST, or similar are preferred.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required; experience managing AED programs and medical readiness on site.
• Proven experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong leadership, and ability to influence field and office staff; experience presenting to government clients.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, travel to project sites, and support flexible hours for construction schedules.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances or background checks; Port of Entry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) or Safety Manager on federal construction projects; ensure on-site compliance with applicable regulations and client requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project‑specific safety and health programs, plans, and procedures including SSHPs and JHAs.
• Conduct regular site inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits; identify and correct unsafe conditions; track findings.
• Lead incident and near-miss investigations, perform root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
• Design and deliver safety training for personnel and subcontractors, including OSHA outreach courses and site orientations; maintain records.
• Manage emergency response and medical readiness programs on site, including AED oversight and emergency action plans.
• Coordinate safety with contracting officers, CORs, inspectors, and client safety representatives; represent the company in safety meetings.
• Oversee subcontractor safety performance, pre-qualification, and daily compliance; enforce safety requirements and stop-work authority.
• Maintain safety records, dashboards, and metrics; perform trend analysis and continuous improvement actions.
• Stay current with OSHA regulations and federal agency guidance; support procurement and design reviews to identify safety considerations early.

Skills

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Incident investigation

Training delivery

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety, Construction Management, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Incident tracking systems

Job description

Safety Manager (Federal Construction)

We are seeking a Safety Manager experienced in federal construction to lead and manage safety programs across government projects, including Port of Entry work and contracts with GSA, USACE, NAVFAC, and VA. The Safety Manager will serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) on projects as required, ensure compliance with federal safety regulations and client standards, develop and implement project-specific safety plans, and drive a proactive safety culture that minimizes incidents and keeps projects on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) or company Safety Manager on federal construction projects, ensuring on‑site compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations and client‑specific requirements (GSA, USACE, NAVFAC, VA).
• Develop, implement, and maintain project‑specific safety and health programs, plans, and procedures including Site Safety and Health Plans (SSHP), Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and activity hazard analyses.
• Conduct regular site inspections, hazard assessments, and safety audits; identify and correct unsafe conditions and practices; track findings and verify corrective actions.
• Lead incident and near‑miss investigations, prepare root cause analyses, and implement corrective/preventative measures; maintain thorough incident reporting and documentation.
• Design and deliver safety training for personnel and subcontractors, including OSHA‑authorized outreach courses (OSHA 500, OSHA 502) and site‑specific orientations; maintain training records and certifications.
• Manage emergency response and medical readiness programs on site, including AED program oversight, emergency action plans, and coordination with local emergency services.
• Coordinate safety requirements and performance with government contracting officers, CORs, inspectors, and client safety representatives (GSA, USACE, NAVFAC, VA); represent the company in safety meetings and pre‑construction conferences.
• Oversee subcontractor safety performance, pre‑qualification, and daily compliance; enforce safety contract requirements and administer stop‑work authority when necessary.
• Maintain comprehensive safety records, metrics, and dashboards for project leadership and client reporting; perform trend analysis and continuous improvement actions to reduce incidents and enhance safety performance.
• Stay current with OSHA regulations, federal agency safety guidance (USACE EM 385‑1‑1, NAVFAC requirements), and industry best practices; support procurement and design reviews to identify safety considerations early in project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Safety, Construction Management, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 58 years of progressive safety experience on federal construction projects, with demonstrated roles as Safety Manager or SSHO on projects for GSA, USACE, NAVFAC, Port of Entry, or VA preferred.
• OSHA Outreach Instructor certifications and credentials: OSHA 500 (trainer‑authority) and OSHA 502 (Construction Outreach Trainer) strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with federal agency safety standards and specifications (USACE EM 385‑1‑1, NAVFAC safety requirements, GSA and VA guidance) and 29 CFR 1926/1910 regulatory compliance.
• Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), or similar are preferred.
• Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required; experience managing AED programs and medical readiness on site.
• Proven experience conducting incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong leadership, and ability to influence field and office staff; experience preparing reports and presenting to government clients.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, travel to project sites as required, and work flexible hours to support construction schedules.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required security clearances or background checks for federal work, and familiarity with Port of Entry operational requirements is a plus.

Benefits

Vacation/PTO

Medical

Dental

Vision