Construction Safety Manager

• Location: Washington, DC
• Type: Perm (Contingency)
• Job #43135
• Salary: $100,000
  
  

Job Overview – Construction Safety Manager:

Take on a pivotal role with our client as a Construction Safety Manager in Washington, DC. This on-site position is designed for a seasoned safety professional with expertise in OSHA compliance, risk mitigation, and safety training across large-scale construction projects. You will lead safety initiatives, enforce regulations, conduct inspections, and foster a culture of safety to ensure all job sites operate with minimal risk.

Compensation: $100,000 – $125,000/year bonus

Location: Washington, DC

Responsibilities as the Construction Safety Manager:

• Safety Policy Development: Establish, implement, and enforce site-specific safety policies and best practices in compliance with OSHA, state, and local regulations.
• Site Safety Inspections: Conduct regular audits and hazard assessments across job sites, ensuring all equipment, tools, and procedures align with safety standards.
• Accident Prevention & Investigation: Lead root-cause analyses of incidents, develop preventive measures, and document corrective actions to minimize future risks.
• Safety Training & Compliance: Facilitate OSHA-mandated training programs, subcontractor safety orientations, and workforce development on site safety procedures.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting: Maintain detailed safety records, oversee OSHA 300 logs, and ensure job sites meet legal reporting requirements.
• Emergency Preparedness & Response: Implement emergency response plans, conduct drills, and ensure workers are prepared for various job site hazards.
  
  

Qualifications for the Construction Safety Manager:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Certification: OSHA 30 (within the last five years) required; OSHA Trainer, CSP, or CHST certifications are a plus.
• Experience: 10 years in construction safety on large-scale sites, with proven leadership in enforcing safety programs.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in OSHA regulations, risk assessment, hazard communication, safety audits, accident investigations, and job hazard analysis.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to train, influence, and enforce safety regulations while managing multiple priorities.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to climb 24-ft ladders, stand for long periods, and work on scaffolding, high-rises, and active sites.
  
  

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.