Safety Manager

Safety Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop, implement, and maintain Safety Action Plans focused on preventing accidents, incidents, and property damage.
• Prepare and enforce Job-Specific Health and Safety Plans in compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the daily submission of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) from all crews, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Track, review, and investigate all accidents, incidents, and damages, including conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
• Identify trends or unsafe behaviors and recommend safeguards, training, or procedural changes to mitigate risk.
• Manage and mentor safety staff while maintaining clear, consistent communication with area management.
• Monitor active job sites to ensure all work is performed in compliance with OSHA standards and internal safety policies.
• Ensure all crews adhere to customer-specific and environmental requirements.
• Oversee daily safety reporting and documentation.
• Proactively address job-site safety issues and communicate resolutions to Project or Safety leadership.
• Maintain all required safety documentation and records.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Enforce accountability by addressing unsafe actions or conditions immediately and providing corrective instruction.
• Conduct safety meetings as needed and ensure daily and weekly safety meetings are being properly executed.
• Assist with the completion of accident and injury reports.
• Ensure the company inspection program remains OSHA-compliant and is updated as regulations evolve.
• Administer random and post-accident drug testing in accordance with company policy.

Position Requirements & Qualifications

• OSHA 500 or 510 (with 502) obtained within the last five years.
• HAZWOPER certification preferred.
• CHST certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of construction experience; high school diploma required.
• Ability to work effectively with customers, union personnel, and internal project management teams while maintaining a professional presence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
• Excellent time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Ability to train, coach, and develop employees.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed for accident response or project support, including overnight stays (approximately 20%).
• Ability to complete additional training as required.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving work environment while continuously identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.