Senior Safety Manager – Construction

iLocatum; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

iLocatum is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to lead safety across our Business Unit, driving a people-first safety culture on major projects nationwide.

You will develop risk-based safety plans, conduct 6+ inspections per month with 100+ observations, audit teams, coach staff, and mentor Safety Managers while supporting client pre-qualifications and industry collaboration. This role pushes safety excellence across the firm.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of construction safety management experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• ASP/CSP certification.
• Authorized OSHA instructor certification.
• Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations and hazard correction methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safety culture across projects within your Business Unit.
• Develop and roll out project-specific safety plans based on risk assessments.
• Perform 6+ safety inspections per month with 100+ observations each.
• Audit project teams and track trends using a safety management platform.
• Coach project teams on hazard identification and corrective actions.
• Ensure incidents are investigated, documented, and closed per company policy.
• Deliver safety training (IIF, topical, playbooks, and more).
• Mentor and support Safety Managers on your team.
• Support business development with client safety pre-qualifications and presentations.
• Build relationships across the industry and represent the company at peer meetings.

Skills

Construction safety management

OSHA regulations knowledge

CSP/ASP certification

Authorized OSHA instructor

Leadership and coaching

Education

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

Job description

A national top-tier construction firm known for its people-first safety culture is looking for a Senior Safety Manager to lead safety across a Business Unit.

Must-Haves:

• 5-7 years of construction safety management experience
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
• Associate or Certified Safety Professional (ASP/CSP) certification
• Authorized OSHA instructor certification
• Strong knowledge of construction safety regulations and hazard correction methods

What You'll Do:

• Lead the safety culture across projects within your Business Unit
• Develop and roll out project-specific safety plans based on risk alignment assessments
• Perform 6+ safety inspections per month with 100+ observations each
• Audit project teams and track trends using a safety management platform
• Coach project teams on hazard identification and corrective actions
• Ensure incidents are investigated, documented, and closed per company policy
• Deliver safety training (IIF, topical, playbooks, and more)
• Mentor and support Safety Managers on your team
• Support business development with client safety pre-qualifications and presentations
• Build relationships across the industry and represent the company at peer meetings

About the Company:

This is an employee-owned, national construction management firm with a longstanding reputation for building landmark projects and putting people first. The company invests heavily in its safety culture, career growth, and mentorship, and consistently ranks among the top firms in the industry for both performance and workplace culture.