Senior Safety Manager for Heavy Civil Construction

Ames Construction; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Ames Construction is seeking a Project Safety Manager to lead safety programs on heavy civil construction projects in Charlotte, NC. You will develop and maintain project-specific safety plans, conduct site inspections, and lead toolbox talks to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.

The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with at least 5 years in safety, bilingual English/Spanish preferred, and certifications such as CSP/CHST are highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Safety Management, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of safety experience in heavy civil construction.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project-specific safety plans.
• Conduct site inspections and audits for regulatory compliance.
• Lead safety meetings and training sessions for project personnel.
• Investigate incidents and prepare corrective action reports.
• Collaborate with project managers to integrate safety into all phases of construction.
• Maintain safety documentation and records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Safety Management or Construction Management

Tools

CSP

CHST

OSHA 30

Job description

Ames Construction is seeking a Project Safety Manager to lead safety programs on heavy civil construction projects in Charlotte, NC. You will develop and maintain project-specific safety plans, conduct site inspections, and lead toolbox talks to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.

The role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with at least 5 years in safety, bilingual English/Spanish preferred, and certifications such as CSP/CHST are highly desirable.