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Job Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across construction projects. In this vital role, you will champion a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards while proactively managing risks on-site. Your expertise will help create a secure environment for workers, visitors, and stakeholders, fostering a safety-first mindset throughout every phase of construction. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence safety practices at a strategic level while supporting project success from start to finish. Responsibilities： Safety Leadership

• Lead all aspects of project safety management throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Develop and implement the Project Safety Management Plan.
• Establish project-specific safety policies, procedures, and standards.
• Promote a proactive safety culture through visible leadership and employee engagement.
• Provide professional safety guidance to project management and construction teams.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall project safety performance. Safety Management System
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Project Safety Management System.
• Establish safety objectives, performance indicators, and annual improvement plans.
• Develop project-specific safety procedures, work instructions, and safe work practices.
• Implement hazard identification and risk assessment processes.
• Develop and maintain Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Activity Hazard Analyses (AHAs), and Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), where applicable.
• Develop emergency response plans, evacuation procedures, and crisis management protocols.
• Ensure all safety documentation is current and properly maintained. Construction Safety Management Provide overall safety oversight for all construction activities, including but not limited to:
• Civil construction
• Structural steel erection
• Mechanical installation
• Electrical installation
• Process equipment installation
• Crane and rigging operations
• Heavy equipment operations
• Work at heights
• Excavation and trenching
• Scaffolding
• Confined space entry
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Hot work
• Temporary electrical systems Responsibilities include:
• Conduct routine site inspections and safety audits.
• Identify hazards and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Verify compliance with project safety requirements.
• Ensure proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Monitor housekeeping and overall site conditions. Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1926 and applicable 29 CFR 1910 requirements).
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety regulations.
• Maintain compliance with client safety requirements and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate OSHA inspections and regulatory visits.
• Support client audits and third-party safety assessments. Contractor Safety Management
• Establish contractor safety expectations during project mobilization.
• Review contractor safety plans and site-specific procedures.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor safety performance.
• Conduct contractor safety evaluations and performance reviews.
• Ensure deficiencies are promptly corrected.
• Participate in contractor pre-construction meetings. Safety Training & Safety Culture
• Develop the project safety training program.
• Conduct new employee safety orientation.
• Ensure all personnel receive required training before beginning work.
• Lead daily toolbox meetings and weekly safety meetings.
• Organize emergency response drills and safety campaigns.
• Promote employee participation in safety observation and near-miss reporting programs. Incident Management
• Lead investigations involving incidents, injuries, property damage, environmental events, and near misses.
• Conduct root cause analyses.
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans.
• Track corrective actions through completion.
• Communicate lessons learned throughout the project organization. Reporting & Performance Management
• Prepare weekly and monthly safety performance reports.
• Develop leading and lagging safety performance metrics.
• Monitor project safety trends and recommend improvements.
• Present safety performance to project leadership and client representatives.
• Maintain all required safety records and documentation. Qualifications： Education Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, Industrial Safety, Environmental Science, or a related discipline is preferred. Equivalent construction safety experience may be considered. Experience
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible construction safety experience.
• Experience supporting large industrial or manufacturing construction projects.
• Experience in solar, battery, semiconductor, automotive, pharmaceutical, data center, or advanced manufacturing facilities is preferred.
• Experience working with EPC contractors and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing project safety management systems.
• Experience leading project safety teams is preferred. CertificationsRequired
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
• CPR / First Aid Certification
• Valid Driver's License Preferred
• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician)
• ASP (Associate Safety Professional)
• CSP (Certified Safety Professional)
• OSHA 500 or

OSHA 510

• First Aid / CPR Instructor Certification Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926).
• Knowledge of industrial construction safety best practices.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to influence safe behaviors across a diverse workforce.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Bluebeam, or similar construction management software is preferred.
• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal) are required. Physical Requirements
• Ability to work full-time on an active construction site.
• Ability to walk, climb, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while wearing required personal protective equipment.

Pay:

$71,881.13 - $96,566.52 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person