Safety manager - commercial construction

Are you a field-savvy safety pro who turns regulations into practical controls that crews actually use?

Our client, a leader in the HVAC Commercial Construction & Service industry, is looking for a Safety Manager to lead their EHS program across their businesses.

Salary range will be $100-$125K with a potential for a bonus.

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health & Safety or a related field and a bare minimum of 3 years’ experience of full-time construction safety is required.

Fluency in Spanish is STRONGLY Preferred.

Safety Manger Job Description:

• Spend the majority of time in the field—job sites, shops, and service calls—to observe work practices, identify risks, and reinforce safe behaviors. Conduct daily safety walks, site inspections, and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs/JSAs) alongside foremen, technicians, and project leaders. Ensure pre-task planning is completed for critical activities (e.g., lifts, energized work, confined space). Provide immediate coaching and corrective guidance to address unsafe conditions/behaviors; champion a “safety-first, production-second” mindset.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve the Safety Management System (SMS), SOPs, and field controls across all entities and affiliated operations with HVAC-specific protocols: Fall protection & elevated work platforms, Crane & rigging safety (including lift plans), Electrical lockout/tagout (LOTO), Confined space entry, Refrigerant handling & environmental controls (EPA 608 awareness), Build and maintain a practical Safety Manual and Field Handbook reflecting real job-site practices (not just compliance).
• Lead hands-on training in the field (ladder safety, PPE use, equipment operation, lift certification); deliver new-hire safety orientations emphasizing company expectations and job-specific hazards. Mentor supervisors on effective toolbox talks and safety leadership; maintain training matrices/qualification records and fit-testing documentation.
• Respond immediately to incidents/near misses; conduct root-cause investigations (e.g., 5 Whys, fishbone), issue corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and verify closure/effectiveness. Lead post-incident debriefs to capture lessons learned and communicate trends and actions across entities.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA 1910/1926, EPA, and DOT/FMCSA standards, plus customer-specific requirements.
• Keep safety logs, training records, inspections, SDSs, and reports current and organized; interface with GCs/clients/insurers on expectations and documentation.
• Partner with HR/Finance on workers’ compensation reporting, carrier/TPA coordination, loss-run analysis, and modified duty/return-to-work protocols.
• Build dashboards for leading/lagging indicators (TRIR, DART, near-misses, audit findings, training compliance); present quarterly updates to the CFO and leadership. Pilot simple tech (mobile inspection apps, checklists, sensors) to streamline reporting and elevate visibility.

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Requirements/Qualifications:

Minimum – must meet ONE of the following:

• Part A: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health & Safety + 3 years of full-time construction safety experience.
• Part B: Board-certified safety credentials from a nationally recognized organization (CSP, CIH, ASP, or CHST) + 5 years of full-time construction safety experience.
• Part C: OSHA 500 certification + 6 years of full-time construction safety experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license; ability to perform site visits (stand/walk on uneven surfaces, climb ladders, wear PPE, lift up to 30lbs).
• OSHA 30 (Construction) and First Aid/CPR preferred on hire; if not held, ability to obtain within 60–90 days.
• Technical background in HVAC or mechanical construction strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success rolling out safety programs across multiple sites/service operations.

Required Skills:

• HVAC/Mechanical Construction Safety Application: Strong grasp of hazards in HVAC installations, sheet metal, piping, electrical/mechanical interfaces, and service work.
• Regulatory Mastery: Working command of OSHA 1910/1926; familiarity with EPA (refrigerants) and DOT/FMCSA program basics.
• Investigation & CAPA: Demonstrated root-cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions.
• Training & Influence: Clear, confident field presence; ability to coach techs, foremen, PMs, and executives; strong toolbox-talk facilitation.
• Data & Systems: Proficiency with EHS metrics and Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets; comfortable with mobile inspection/reporting tools; crisp executive reporting.

Preferred:

• Experience in union and non-union environments; crane/rigging oversight.
• Credentials such as OSHA 30 (Construction/General Industry), OSHA 510/511, CHST/CSP/ASP/CIH; First Aid/CPR current
• Fluent in the Spanish language-Read/Write/Speak

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field required.

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