Safety Manager

Construction safety leadership roles of this type could focus on safeguarding teams, maintaining regulatory compliance, and driving safety culture across active job sites. A central theme could be coordinating safety protocols, managing incident prevention, and ensuring adherence to OSHA standards and industry best practices.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Safety Manager positions within construction and site management, roles that could support the delivery of safe, compliant work environments across active projects nationwide.

Roles of this type may sit within a collaborative construction environment where safety oversight directly impacts team welfare and project success. The work could involve partnering with site leadership, project management, and trades to establish safety protocols, manage risk mitigation, and maintain regulatory compliance across construction sequencing and site operations. You could have scope to shape safety standards and drive a culture of continuous improvement across multiple projects and teams.

Typical role overview

• Location: USA, Nationwide
• Type: Permanent · Full-time
• Salary: $110,000 - $170,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Domain: Construction · Site Safety Management

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Developing, implementing and monitoring comprehensive safety plans aligned with OSHA regulations and industry standards
• Conducting regular site inspections, hazard assessments and safety audits across active construction projects
• Managing incident reporting, investigation and corrective action protocols to minimize workplace injuries and near-misses
• Coordinating safety training programs and ensuring all personnel maintain required certifications and competencies
• Communicating safety requirements, protocols and updates to site teams, project managers and subcontractors
• Managing safety budgets, compliance documentation and regulatory reporting
• Collaborating with project leadership to integrate safety into construction sequencing and scheduling
• Mentoring site supervisors and supporting the development of safety awareness across all levels

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

Must-have

• 5–10 years' experience in construction site safety management or a related occupational safety role
• Current SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or equivalent national certification
• Current First Aid certification
• Working knowledge of OSHA standards, construction safety regulations and compliance frameworks
• Proven track record managing safety across active construction sites
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Occupational Safety or a related field
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice-to-have

• Additional safety certifications (CSP, ASP, CHST)
• Experience with construction sequencing and project scheduling
• Familiarity with safety management software and digital incident tracking systems
• Background in safety culture development or behavioral safety programs

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Direct responsibility for safeguarding construction teams and supporting a positive safety culture
• Scope to influence project outcomes through proactive hazard management and compliance oversight
• Exposure to diverse construction environments and project types across the United States
• Collaboration with site leadership, project managers and cross-functional teams
• Opportunity to develop expertise in construction safety standards and regulatory frameworks
• Professional development, potential progression within site management, and package elements such as health insurance, paid time off, retirement planning, and flexible work arrangements where supplied in the vacancy facts

About Specialist Staffing Group

We are a specialized recruitment firm dedicated to connecting skilled professionals with leading organizations across construction, engineering and site management. We partner with businesses to build high-performing teams that deliver results, and we support candidates in finding roles that match their expertise and career goals.

How to register interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.