Safety Professional

This role partners closely with project leadership and field teams to build a strong safety culture, maintain regulatory compliance, and reduce risk through proactive planning, training, and investigations. Working knowledge of OSHA (1910/1926), EM-385 safety management systems, accident investigation techniques, AHA/JHA processes, and culture-building.

Safety Professional

Richmond, VA 23231 (On-site)
Pay range: $80,000–$110,000

Overview

We are seeking a Safety Professional to lead construction-site safety, health, and risk management for active projects. This role partners closely with project leadership and field teams to build a strong safety culture, maintain regulatory compliance, and reduce risk through proactive planning, training, and investigations.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee construction project safety, health, and risk management programs on site
• Develop and implement site-specific safety plans, training plans, and Accident Prevention Programs (APP)
• Lead Operational Risk Management (ORM) activities and safety planning based on project specs, drawings, and applicable regulations
• Coordinate with the General Contractor and/or owner on site conditions and any non-compliance items
• Participate in customer and project meetings to advise on mitigation plans and safety training expectations
• Support incident reporting and investigations; recommend corrective and preventative actions
• Manage and support safety-related permits, documentation, and compliance to contract requirements
• Provide day-to-day safety guidance for a field team (supporting approximately 25 electricians)
• Be available to work Saturdays on a rotational basis (typically about once per month)

Required qualifications (must have one of the following)

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety / Occupational Health & Safety (or closely related safety discipline)
  or
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Experience expectations

• 2+ years of experience with a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent safety experience in lieu of degree (construction-focused)
• Strong construction safety background (environmental-only backgrounds are typically not a match)
• Experience delivering safety and health training and leading compliance efforts

Preferred qualifications

• Working knowledge of OSHA (1910/1926), EM-385 safety management systems, accident investigation techniques, AHA/JHA processes, and culture-building
• Experience with DOT compliance, workers’ compensation, insurance audits, and site emergency/first-aid planning
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint
• OSHA 500/502 trainer designation strongly preferred
• Willingness to pursue or hold safety credentials such as ASP, CSP, and/or CHST

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Ref: #223-Eng Orlando