Safety Manager

Responsibilities

• Maintain company-wide safety policies and develop job-specific safety plans.
• Carry out regular job site inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA) reviews and Jobsite Gym activities.
• Lead frequent safety trainings and meetings at various levels including corporate, regional, and self-perform.
• Conduct corporate safety meetings and self-perform preconstruction safety meetings.
• Train on programs such as Fall Protection, NFPA Hot Work, First Aid/CPR, MEWP, and Forklift Certification.
• Perform hazard assessments and implement corrective actions to minimize risks.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, preparing detailed reports and leading root cause analyses.
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and availability of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and fall protection systems.
• Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and coordinate site-wide safety initiatives.
• Collaborate with teams to complete pre-task documentation, including Fall Protection Plans, Demolition Plans, and Silica Exposure Control Plans.
• Maintain safety documentation such as OSHA logs, safety meeting records, and training certifications.
• Plan safe means and methods for high-risk activities like scaffolding, formwork, heavy lifting, and concrete operations.
• Stay updated with local, state, and federal safety regulations and industry best practices.

Requirements

• 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.