Safety Manager

Job Summary

The Safety Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing safety programs that ensure a safe work environment across all project sites. This role conducts jobsite assessments, facilitates training, supports regulatory compliance, and collaborates with project leadership to promote a strong safety culture. The individual provides coaching, guidance, and corrective action recommendations to reduce risk, prevent injuries, and ensure adherence to company and regulatory safety standards.

• Develop and manage the administration of project and company accident prevention programs.
• Create and facilitate safety training programs that support employee competency and compliance.
• Conduct work area assessments to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop, organize, and implement safety programs aligned with company standards.
• Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with emphasis on hazard recognition and unsafe behaviors.
• Coordinate and lead safety meetings and training sessions to maintain consistent communication across teams.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and investigations to support compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Review job hazard analyses for major project phases to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support foremen and general foremen in developing job hazard analyses.
• Evaluate safety program effectiveness through daily field walks, compliance reviews, and audits.
• Meet regularly with field personnel to support project-specific corrective action plans.
• Provide constructive feedback to project leadership on safety performance and opportunities for improvement.
• Coach and mentor employees to reinforce safe behaviors and address unsafe practices.
• Assist in delivering jobsite-specific safety orientations for new employees.
• Support project leadership in incident investigations, including documentation and follow-up.
• Help lead safety recognition initiatives and support ongoing efforts to improve safety culture.
• Facilitate injury and illness case management, including workers' compensation processes.

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of three years of construction safety experience.
• OSHA 30 Construction certification required.
• Experience working with a union workforce preferred.
• Experience supporting data center projects preferred.
• Ability to work independently with strong communication and influence skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to walk construction sites for extended periods.