Safety Manager - Chester, VA

Job Title: Safety Manager

Location: Chester, VA

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 4-Month Project

Type: 1099 Contractor

• Rate: $55 - $60/HR
• Per Diem: $125/day
• Pay Frequency: Weekly

• Hours: 45-50 Hours/Week
• Schedule: Monday-Friday | Possible Saturdays Based on Site Needs
• Shift:

The Safety Manager will support a roofing construction project at a Meta Data Center in Chester, VA. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment while overseeing daily safety operations for roofing crews working in an active construction setting.

The selected candidate will provide field-level safety leadership for a crew of approximately 20-30 workers. Responsibilities include conducting site inspections, monitoring compliance with OSHA standards, identifying and mitigating hazards, leading safety meetings, and ensuring all personnel follow established site-specific safety procedures.

This role requires strong communication skills, the ability to work directly with project leadership and subcontractors, and a proactive approach to incident prevention and safety performance management throughout the duration of the project.

• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)
• OSHA 510 Certification
• Experience supporting construction or roofing projects
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and jobsite safety practices
• Ability to oversee field safety activities and workforce compliance

• Ability to work 45-50 hours per week
• Availability for occasional Saturday work based on project needs
• Ability to perform field-based safety inspections in active construction environments
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Authorized to work as a 1099 independent contractor

• Oversee daily safety operations for roofing activities on-site
• Conduct routine safety inspections and audits
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and site-specific safety requirements
• Lead toolbox talks, safety orientations, and weekly safety meetings
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and safety concerns
• Monitor subcontractor and crew adherence to safety procedures
• Maintain safety records, reports, and documentation
• Partner with project management to address hazards and implement corrective actions
• Promote a culture of continuous safety improvement throughout the project

Construction Safety Management, Roofing Safety, OSHA Compliance, Hazard Identification, Incident Investigation, Safety Audits, Toolbox Talks, Risk Assessment, Documentation, Communication, Leadership

The ideal candidate possesses expertise in construction safety management with an emphasis on roofing operations, OSHA compliance, hazard recognition, fall protection, incident prevention, contractor oversight, and workforce safety engagement. Experience working in large-scale industrial or data center construction environments is highly valuable.

Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contractors.