Safety Manager

Success in this role requires maintaining a strong field presence, proactively identifying hazards, effectively communicating with craft personnel and supervision, and ensuring all construction activities are executed safely while supporting project productivity and schedule objectives. Please ensure your resume clearly reflects experience directly related to the project's scope of work, including HVAC, plumbing, mechanical construction, industrial projects, JHAs, pre-task planning, site inspections, hazard assessments, and field safety leadership.

Safety Manager Location: South Boston, VA Duration: Up to 2 Years (Start: January 2027) Type: 1099 ContractorCompensation & Schedule Pay Rate: $56/hr (Local Candidates) OR $52/hr + $140/day Per Diem (Travelers)️ Overtime: Available as project demands require Per Diem: $140/day (Non-Local Candidates) Completion Bonus: $150/month Pay Frequency: Weekly Schedule: Monday-Thursday | Four 10-Hour Shifts | 40 Hours/Week  Additional Schedule Details: Schedule is subject to change as project activity increases throughout the life of the project.Why This Opportunity?Join a mechanical contractor supporting a major expansion project at the Hitachi Transformers facility in South Boston, VA. This long-term opportunity provides hands-on safety leadership for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction activities on a half-billion-dollar manufacturing expansion project.The Safety Manager will work closely with project leadership, supervision, and craft personnel to ensure compliance with site safety requirements while supporting safe and efficient project execution.Required Qualifications Must meet ONE of the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Safety or related field and 5+ years of construction experience 10+ years of full-time construction safety experience and OSHA 500 Certification CHST Certification and 5+ years of construction experience Preferred Qualifications Mechanical Construction Experience HVAC Construction Experience Plumbing Construction Experience Industrial or Manufacturing Construction Experience OSHA 500 Certification CSP, ASP, CHST, OHST, STSC, or Other BCSP CredentialWhat You'll Be DoingProvide daily safety oversight for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical construction activitiesConduct toolbox talks and support daily safety communicationsAssist with Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), Pre-Task Plans (PTPs), and work planning activitiesConduct routine site inspections, audits, observations, and hazard assessmentsEnsure compliance with OSHA regulations and project-specific safety requirementsIdentify unsafe conditions and coordinate corrective actionsProvide field coaching and reinforce safe work practices with craft personnelCoordinate safety activities with project management, supervision, and subcontractorsParticipate in incident investigations and corrective action implementationMaintain required safety documentation, inspection records, and compliance reportsPromote a proactive safety culture throughout the projectTechnical KnowledgeCandidates should have working knowledge of:OSHA Construction StandardsMechanical Construction SafetyHVAC Installation OperationsPlumbing Construction ActivitiesIndustrial Construction EnvironmentsContractor Safety ManagementMaterial Handling OperationsFall Protection & Elevated WorkJob Hazard Analysis (JHA)Pre-Task Planning (PTP)Incident Investigation & Corrective ActionsConstruction Risk Assessment & MitigationSafety Audits & Compliance InspectionsWhat Success Looks LikeThe ideal candidate is a hands-on, field-focused safety professional with experience supporting mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, or industrial construction projects.Success in this role requires maintaining a strong field presence, proactively identifying hazards, effectively communicating with craft personnel and supervision, and ensuring all construction activities are executed safely while supporting project productivity and schedule objectives.Apply TodayQualified candidates should submit a resume for immediate review.Please ensure your resume clearly reflects experience directly related to the project's scope of work, including HVAC, plumbing, mechanical construction, industrial projects, JHAs, pre-task planning, site inspections, hazard assessments, and field safety leadership.Interviews are actively being scheduled for qualified candidates.