Senior Safety Manager (Traveling)

Consigli Construction Co.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction Co. is seeking a Senior Safety Manager to oversee and enhance the safety program across regional job sites.

You will lead safety training, site visits, incident investigations, and development of job-specific safety plans to ensure regulatory compliance and proactive safety culture. The role requires 5+ years in construction safety, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 knowledge, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Traveling safety manager experience preferred.
• 5+ years of construction safety experience on large projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.
• Certifications such as CHST, ASP, CSP are a plus.
• Experience developing JHAs, SSSPs, and Fall Protection Plans.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety or related field.
• OSHA 500 Trainer certification or trainer-level experience a plus.
• Experience managing high‑risk construction activities (concrete forming, scaffolding, etc.).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety policies and develop job-specific safety plans.
• Conduct site visits to ensure OSHA compliance.
• Lead JSA reviews and safety trainings at multiple levels.
• Lead safety meetings and participate in corporate safety initiatives.
• Lead preconstruction safety meetings for self-perform work.
• Train programs including Fall Protection, NFPA Hot Work, First Aid/CPR, MEWP, and Forklift.
• Perform hazard assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate incidents and prepare reports with root-cause analyses.
• Ensure PPE and fall protection systems are available and used.
• Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and coordinate safety initiatives.
• Prepare pre-task docs like Fall Protection Plans, Demolition Plans, Silica Control Plans.
• Maintain OSHA logs and training records; stay updated on regulations.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Negotiation

Ethics

Process improvement

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Employment Type:Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division:Field Operations

Department:Safety

Reports to:Regional Safety Manager

Supervisory Duties: Yes

The Senior Safety Manager is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company’s safety program across job sites within the region. This position may also be assigned to a single project site as needed. The role ensures compliance with CCC policies and all applicable regulatory safety requirements. It promotes a proactive, behavior-based safety culture among field employees, including superintendents, carpenters, laborers, and masons. The Safety Manager conducts regular site visits, leads safety trainings, and investigates incidents to drive continuous improvement across all operations.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Maintain company-wide safety policies and develop job-specific safety plans.

• Conduct regular job site visits to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.

• Participate in JSA (Job Safety Analysis) reviews and Jobsite Gym activities.

• Lead frequent safety trainings and meetings at the corporate, regional, and self-perform levels.

• Participate in and lead corporate safety meetings.

• Lead self-perform preconstruction safety meetings.

• Serve as a trainer for programs including Fall Protection, NFPA Hot Work, First Aid/CPR, MEWP, and Forklift Certification.

• Perform hazard assessments and implement corrective actions to reduce risk.

• Investigate incidents and near misses; prepare detailed reports and lead root cause analyses.

• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of PPE and fall protection systems.

• Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and coordinate site-wide safety initiatives.

• Collaborate with teams to ensure completion of pre-task documentation, including:

• Fall Protection Plans

• Demolition Plans

• Silica Exposure Control Plans

• Maintain safety documentation such as OSHA logs, safety meeting records, and training certifications.

• Work with superintendents to plan safe means and methods for high-risk activities such as scaffolding, formwork, heavy lifting, and concrete operations.

• Stay current with local, state, and federal safety regulations and industry best practices.

Key Skills

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills — a strong, visible presence is essential in this role.

• Initiative and strong problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize workload.

• Self-motivated and results-driven.

• Capable of working both collaboratively and independently.

• Strong negotiation and leadership skills.

• High level of professional ethics and integrity.

• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

• Proven ability to enhance processes and improve efficiencies.

Required Experience

• Has acted as a traveling safety manager previously, preferred.

• 5+ years of construction safety experience, preferably in large-scale ground-up or renovation commercial projects.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Standards.

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification required.

• Professional certifications such as CHST, ASP, CSP, or similar are a plus.

• Experience developing and implementing Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Site-Specific Safety Plans (SSSPs), and Fall Protection Plans.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly to job sites.

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, or a related field required.

• OSHA 500 Trainer certification or trainer-level experience for required safety topics is a plus.

• Experience managing high-risk construction activities, including concrete forming, scaffolding, trenching, and demolition.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.