We are seeking an experienced Construction Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across commercial construction projects throughout the Nashville area. This field-based role is responsible for promoting a strong safety culture through jobsite inspections, OSHA compliance, hazard identification, safety training, and collaboration with project teams to ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently.
The ideal candidate has a proven background in commercial construction safety, enjoys working in the field, and is committed to protecting employees, subcontractors, and project partners while supporting successful project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Conduct routine safety inspections on commercial construction jobsites to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Identify unsafe conditions, recommend corrective actions, and verify timely resolution of safety concerns.
- Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and subcontractors to promote safe work practices throughout all phases of construction.
- Investigate incidents, perform root cause analyses, and prepare detailed reports with corrective action recommendations.
- Deliver new hire orientations, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety training to reinforce safe work practices.
- Maintain accurate inspection reports, training records, incident documentation, and regulatory compliance records.
- Monitor high-risk construction activities, including fall protection, scaffolding, excavations, confined spaces, cranes, heavy equipment, and electrical work.
- Serve as a visible safety leader by coaching field personnel and promoting continuous improvement in jobsite safety performance.
- Stay current on OSHA regulations, industry standards, and construction safety best practices.
- Support company-wide safety initiatives and foster a proactive, safety-first culture.
Requirements
Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Associate's degree in Construction, Engineering, Safety, or a related discipline with 2+ years of commercial construction safety experience.
- Professional safety certification such as CHST, ASP, CSP, or equivalent with 3+ years of commercial construction safety experience.
- 4+ years of commercial construction experience, including at least 3 years in a dedicated construction safety leadership role.
Additional qualifications include:
- Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and commercial construction safety standards.
- Experience conducting jobsite audits, hazard assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action planning.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with field personnel, subcontractors, clients, and leadership.
- Strong organizational skills with experience maintaining safety documentation and compliance records.
- Ability to identify hazards quickly, make sound decisions, and influence safe work practices in active construction environments.
- Comfortable climbing ladders, accessing elevated work areas, walking uneven terrain, and working around heavy equipment and active construction sites.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company matching.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Professional development, continuing education, and certification support.
- Stable pipeline of commercial construction projects.
- Long-term career growth with a respected commercial contractor.
- Collaborative, safety-focused work environment.