Safety Manager

About the role

Manage site-wide environmental, health, and safety (EHS) programs in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Develop, implement, and maintain the Safety Plan, Environmental Compliance Plan, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and safety training programs. Serve as the primary point of contact for safety and environmental compliance during audits, incidents, or regulatory reviews.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hazardous waste handling, storage, and disposal in accordance with 40 CFR 265.16 and other EPA standards.
• Conduct routine facility safety inspections, environmental audits, and risk assessments across all operational areas (maintenance, custodial, grounds, and warehouse).
• Coordinate and track staff certifications in OSHA, including a 30-hour OSHA outreach Training Program, confined space entry, fall protection, PPE, and spill response procedures.
• Be available by phone 24/7 for safety and environmental compliance matters.
• Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents; lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Maintain and update MSDS/SDS libraries, waste manifests, inspection records, and compliance documentation.
• Conduct safety briefings, toolbox talks, and emergency preparedness drills with staff and subcontractors.
• Maintain accurate records of staff schedules, inspection reports, and supply usage.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping, including timely entry of hours in timecard and Costpoint systems.
• Monitor and manage employee timekeeping to ensure accurate, timely entry, validation, and approval of labor hours in compliance with company and contract requirements.
• Supervise and manage assigned personnel, including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating onboarding, and ensuring completion of required training and certifications.
• Provide ongoing coaching, guidance, and performance feedback to staff, while identifying training needs and ensuring compliance with organizational and contract requirements.
• Provide timely and accurate purchase reconciliation information for purchases, including submission of required cost codes and supporting documentation on a weekly basis.
• Provide required reporting to management for government deliverables and invoicing (if applicable).

Requirements

• At least five (5) years of recent experience managing environmental, health, and safety programs in a federal, military, or large-scale facilities operations environment.
• Completed hazardous waste management training per 40 CFR 265.16 (or must obtain within 90 days of hire and maintain annually).
• Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and DHEC requirements as they relate to facilities operations and support services.
• Experience with incident investigation, safety audits, environmental reporting, and regulatory inspections.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and capable of maintaining digital compliance records and safety data.
• Excellent communication, training, and documentation skills.
• Professional safety or environmental certification preferred (e.g., OSHA 30, CHMM, CSP, CSHO, HAZWOPER, etc.).

Skills

• Project management
• Construction management
• Facilities maintenance management
• Facilities support

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire position based in North Charleston, SC. The role is fully onsite and may require 24/7 availability by phone for safety and environmental compliance matters.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.