Safety Manager - Low Voltage Construction
Location:
Atlanta, GA Area (In-Person / Regional Travel as Needed)
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Direct Hire
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) with Employer Match, Paid Time Off, Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead and manage safety initiatives across multiple low-voltage construction projects. This individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and enforcing comprehensive safety programs while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations and industry best practices. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who is comfortable working closely with field personnel, conducting site inspections, delivering training programs, and driving a strong culture of workplace safety.
Key Responsibilities
Safety Program Management
- Develop, implement, and maintain company-wide safety programs, policies, procedures, and documentation.
- Manage and update the corporate safety manual to ensure alignment with current regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal OSHA regulations.
- Monitor, track, and report key safety performance metrics, including incident rates, TRIR, and lost-time incidents.
Site Audits & Compliance
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled safety inspections across active project sites.
- Identify workplace hazards and implement corrective actions to minimize risk.
- Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams to create and maintain site-specific safety plans.
- Conduct investigations involving accidents, injuries, property damage incidents, and near misses.
- Complete root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive action plans.
Training & Employee Development
- Deliver safety training programs covering OSHA regulations, fall protection, PPE requirements, lift operation, and other construction-related safety topics.
- Conduct new employee safety orientations and onboarding programs.
- Maintain employee training records, certifications, and compliance documentation.
- Promote continuous improvement and safety awareness throughout the organization.
Qualifications
Required
- 3 to 7+ years of safety management experience within commercial construction, electrical contracting, or low-voltage construction environments.
- OSHA 30 Certification.
- Strong knowledge of OSHA commercial construction standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Proven ability to conduct safety audits, investigations, and training programs.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Preferred
- OSHA 500 and/or OSHA 510 Certification.
- Experience supporting multi-site construction operations.
- Familiarity with safety reporting systems and incident-tracking processes.
Core Competencies
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and engage field personnel.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proactive problem-solving and decision‑making abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and record‑keeping practices.
- Ability to balance relationship‑building with consistent enforcement of safety standards.
Work Environment & Travel
- Primarily field-based role supporting active construction sites.
- Regular travel throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area and surrounding regions.
- Occasional out-of-state travel may be required based on project needs.
- Flexibility to respond to emergency safety situations, incident investigations, and operational requirements outside normal business hours.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a safety-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, possesses a strong understanding of OSHA regulations, and is committed to fostering a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement across all project teams.