Site Safety Manager

Since 1999, Delmarva Site Development, Inc. has been a recognized, full-service, self-performing heavy civil contractor in the Mid-Atlantic region. Specializing in site development and lime and cement stabilization, we serve clients in the military, government, commercial, residential, and data center markets.

We are seeking a proactive, innovative Construction Safety Manager to lead field safety efforts and support a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement. This position requires a hands-on leader who can anticipate hazards, develop practical solutions, and work closely with field personnel and general contractors to meet project-specific safety expectations.

Key Responsibilities

·    Conduct field safety audits, inspections, and regular jobsite visits to identify hazards and verify corrective actions.

·        Enforce company safety policies, applicable OSHA regulations, and general contractor and owner safety requirements.

·        Review and implement project-specific safety requirements for all types of projects, including required documentation, submittals, training, permits, and reporting.

·        Develop, review, and coordinate Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), pre-task plans, and work plans for high-risk construction activities.

·        Coordinate safety planning for excavation, underground utilities, confined space entry, lifting and rigging, and fall protection.

·        Coordinate with project teams and other trades to address overlapping operations, equipment and pedestrian traffic, restricted work areas, and changing site conditions.

·        Verify applicable permits, utility clearances, Monitor and Manage Miss Utility ticketing and clearance coordination.

·        Lead weekly safety meetings, toolbox talks, and new hire and project-specific orientations.

·        Perform and document incident and near-miss investigations, identify root causes, and follow through on corrective actions.

·        Conduct shop and yard inspections to ensure safe practices and conditions.

·        Ensure safe material handling, equipment use, and PPE compliance.

·        Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, and subcontractors to resolve hazards and stop unsafe work when necessary.

·        Support safety training efforts, track certifications, and maintain accurate safety records and project-required submissions.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

·        A minimum of five years of field safety experience in construction, preferably in heavy civil construction, underground utilities, or Land development Projects.

·        Successful completion of OSHA 500 and current OSHA Construction Outreach Trainer authorization.

·        Hands-on knowledge of underground utility work, excavation hazards, and heavy equipment operations.

·        Strong communication, leadership, organization, and documentation skills.

·        Familiarity with DOT compliance, OSHA recordkeeping, and the Miss Utility process.

·        The ability to interpret project safety requirements and translate them into clear, practical direction for field crews.

·        The ability to maintain a strong field presence, manage competing priorities, and adapt to demanding construction schedules.

·        Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.