Safety Manager

Core Talent Services · Nashville metropolitan area, United States

Safety Manager

Multiple Locations | Construction Services

Position Overview

A well-established construction company is seeking an experienced Safety Manager to support safety initiatives across commercial and industrial construction projects. This individual will oversee field safety operations, promote regulatory compliance, and collaborate with project teams and subcontractors to maintain a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee construction safety programs, policies, and procedures across active projects.
• Partner with project management teams to identify potential hazards and establish effective safety protocols.
• Develop and monitor safety performance metrics, tracking compliance and identifying opportunities for improvement among self-perform teams and subcontractors.
• Review and support the development of Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), site-specific safety plans, public hazard assessments, and environmental management plans.
• Conduct jobsite safety inspections, identify deficiencies, and coordinate corrective actions with contractors and project personnel.
• Oversee incident and accident investigations, ensuring appropriate documentation, follow-up, and preventive measures are implemented.
• Develop and facilitate site-specific safety orientations for diverse and multilingual construction workforces.
• Evaluate workers' compensation and general liability claims, review loss control performance, and prepare safety reports and statistical analyses.
• Participate in pre-bid and post-award meetings to communicate safety expectations and establish project-specific requirements.
• Provide leadership across both field operations and administrative safety management functions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Safety, or a related discipline, or at least three years of construction safety management experience.
• Experience overseeing safety on large-scale commercial or industrial construction projects, particularly projects valued at $50 million or more, is highly preferred.
• OSHA 500 Authorized Instructor certification.
• Working knowledge of environmental compliance requirements, including stormwater pollution prevention planning and administration.
• Ability to travel and/or relocate as project needs require.