Safety Manager

• Administer and support the company's safety program across all field and office operations.
• Conduct regular jobsite safety inspections, audits, and observations to identify hazards and ensure compliance with company safety standards.
• Partner with field leaders, project managers, and supervisors to promote safe work practices and proactively address safety concerns.
• Investigate workplace injuries, incidents, near misses, vehicle accidents, and property damage events; identify root causes and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner closely with Human Resources to ensure alignment on leave administration, ADA accommodations, return-to-work plans, payroll impacts, employee communications, and employee relations matters arising from workplace injuries
• Deliver and coordinate safety training, new hire safety orientation, toolbox talks, and required regulatory training.
• Maintain safety records, training documentation, certifications, and compliance reporting requirements.
• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, customer safety requirements, and company policies.
• Track and report safety metrics, trends, corrective actions, and leading indicators to leadership.
• Lead the company's vehicle and driver safety program, driver qualification processes, accident investigations, corrective action recommendations, driver coaching, and fleet safety training in partnership with operations and fleet management.
• Partner with the Fleet Manager and operational leaders to identify vehicle-related risks, review accident trends, support preventative safety initiatives, and improve driver safety performance.
• Support contractor qualification, prequalification, and customer safety documentation requests.
• Coordinate safety-related equipment inspections, certifications, and program requirements, including fall protection, confined space, lockout/tagout, respiratory protection, and PPE programs as applicable.
• Conduct field visits to reinforce safety expectations, coach employees, and support supervisors in addressing unsafe behaviors and conditions.
• Assist with employee engagement initiatives related to workplace safety.
• Facilitate annual Fire Drills and Tornado drills.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of safety procedures, forms, and training materials under the direction of the Director.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory changes and industry best practices affecting workplace safety.
• Serve as a visible and approachable safety resource for employees, reinforcing Freije's commitment to a culture where safety is a shared responsibility.
• Maintain ISNetworld and Avetta platforms

• OSHA 30-Hour certification required; OSHA 500/510 preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Safety, Occupational Health, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in construction, industrial, or field-based safety roles
• Strong knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 standards
• Experience with incident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action development
• Familiarity with fleet safety programs, driver qualification files, and DOT compliance requirements
• Experience managing contractor prequalification platforms such as ISNetworld and Avetta
• Working knowledge of safety programs, including fall protection, confined space, lockout/tagout, respiratory protection, and PPE programs
• Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and safety management systems

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us at freije and play a key role in our continued success and growth. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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