Construction Safety Manager

Nearly four decades after its establishment, The Will Group has grown into a family of diverse companies serving the construction and utility industries through supply, engineering, and program management. Guided by our mission, “Where There’s A Will, There’s A Way,” we take pride in being a trusted, all-encompassing resource across lighting, infrastructure, electrical, manufacturing, and sourcing. What we do is not just transactional—it’s transformational.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Construction Safety Manager to lead and elevate safety performance across active construction projects. This role is critical to protecting our people, partners, and job sites while reinforcing a proactive, accountable safety culture from preconstruction through closeout.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on construction safety experience, strong OSHA knowledge, and the ability to influence safe behaviors at all levels—from craft workers to project leadership. You will serve as the on-site safety authority and a trusted partner to superintendents, subcontractors, and project teams.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, implement, and enforce site-specific safety plans aligned with OSHA regulations and company standards
• Conduct routine job-site inspections and safety audits to identify and mitigate hazards
• Lead safety orientations, weekly toolbox talks, and ongoing training for employees and subcontractors
• Investigate incidents and near misses, document findings, and drive corrective actions
• Monitor subcontractor safety compliance and reinforce accountability across all project partners
• Collaborate with project leadership to proactively address safety risks during planning and execution
• Maintain accurate and timely safety documentation, reporting, and records
• Serve as a daily on-site safety resource, providing guidance and promoting best practices
• Support continuous improvement efforts that enhance safety, efficiency, and overall project performance

What You Bring

• 3–7 years of construction safety experience in commercial, industrial, or heavy civil environments
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA 1926 regulations and construction safety best practices
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analysis
• Proven ability to lead safety training and influence safe behavior on active job sites
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure or emergency situations
• Proficiency with safety reporting tools and incident tracking systems
• OSHA 30 certification required; CHST, CSP, or similar certification preferred

Education

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or a related field preferred

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to access active construction sites and various departments
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites as needed
• Good faith salary range: $130,000–$140,000 annually
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO, paid volunteer time off, and 10.5 paid holidays
• Continuing education reimbursement and additional employee benefits

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