Field Safety Manager

RNGD•Metairie, LA

10d

About The Position

RNGD is seeking a Field Safety Manager to lead execution of the company’s safety program on construction sites. Working under the guidance of the Safety Director, the role ensures that safety policies, procedures, and compliance measures are carried out in the field. The Field Safety Manager serves as the on-site safety leader, fostering accountability and a proactive safety culture while ensuring risks are identified, controlled, and communicated. The position works closely with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, employees, and visitors to integrate safety into daily operations. It includes conducting jobsite inspections, supporting training and incident response, maintaining safety records, and communicating performance and trends to the Safety Director and project leadership. Regular travel to project sites is required.

Requirements

OSHA 30 certification is required.
Strong problem-solving, risk assessment, and decision-making skills.
Ability to travel regularly to project sites.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience managing or leading safety initiatives on construction sites.
Additional certifications such as COSS, COSM, CSP, CHST, or OHST.
Experience with incident investigation, reporting, and corrective action planning.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Procore, and other construction technology platforms.
Collaborative and adaptable approach to diverse field conditions and teams.
Strong communication and coaching skills.
Systematic approach to work and ability to identify and implement efficient methods.
Ability to organize activities and people to maximize efficiency.
Ability to estimate task duration and difficulty accurately, anticipate issues, and develop proactive solutions.
Ability to ensure adherence to realistic schedules and budgets.
Emotional awareness, including understanding others’ needs and intentions and managing emotions effectively.
Approachability, trust-building, active listening, and availability to the team.
Ability to use facts and data to make informed decisions and synthesize information from multiple sources.

Responsibilities

Implement the company’s safety program across assigned jobsites.
Ensure employees, subcontractors, and visitors follow safety policies and procedures.
Oversee site-specific safety plans, SWPPPs, return-to-work programs, and hazard control measures.
Conduct daily jobsite walkthroughs, focused inspections, and JSAs.
Participate in new-hire orientations, training programs, and field safety events.
Assess and mitigate occupational hazards on-site, and stop work when unsafe conditions or unacceptable risks are present.
Lead incident response, including investigations, documentation, and corrective action implementation.
Support project leadership in addressing quality-control and safety-related issues.
Partner with project managers, superintendents, and subcontractors to integrate safety expectations into daily operations.
Coach and guide field personnel on safety compliance and best practices.
Serve as a liaison between field teams and the Safety Director to promote consistency across projects.
Represent safety leadership in field meetings with subcontractors, clients, and regulatory representatives.
Maintain project-specific safety logs, scorecards, and inspection reports.
Prepare trending reports and provide insights on recurring issues or risks.
Communicate safety performance and progress to the Safety Director and project leadership.
Track compliance metrics and recommend adjustments to strengthen field safety outcomes.