Safety Manager

Suffolk Construction • Boston, MA

11d

About The Position

The Safety Manager works with the Superintendent and Project Manager to administer, direct, and implement compliance with corporate safety and health policies and procedures. The role supports the company’s safety and health operating standards and is responsible for safety procedures at a project level or across multiple project sites within an assigned region or sector.

The position conducts site inspections, supports subcontractor safety planning and training, investigates incidents, and advises field operations on applicable safety regulations and standards. The Safety Manager works with regional risk management and project teams to identify trends, manage risks proactively, and ensure safety documentation and training meet requirements.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of related work experience in construction health and safety.
• Working knowledge of federal and state safety and health regulations, as well as local building code issues related to safety and health.
• Qualified OSHA Construction Industry Outreach Trainer.
• Demonstrated expertise with construction and safety technologies and practices.
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to collaborate and direct people positively, coordinate with field staff and external partners, and make decisions promptly and confidently.
• Meticulous attention to detail; strong organization, prioritization, and multitasking skills; sound business judgment; and ability to adapt to change.
• Possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working at a general contractor.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction or Safety.
• Willingness to achieve the CHST designation within two years.
• Willingness to provide best-in-class customer service.
• CPR instructor training; training is provided.
• Completion of required internal training with the Learning and Development team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections and document safe and unsafe conditions using Predictive Solutions software.
• Perform administrative tasks related to project-specific safety binders and document storage systems.
• Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate subcontractor pre-construction safety planning meetings.
• Advise field operations on federal OSHA, state, and local safety and health regulations, including NFPA and JCAHO standards.
• Review subcontractors’ site-specific safety programs and job hazard analyses before mobilization.
• Attend and monitor subcontractor toolbox talks to check documentation and quality.
• Investigate job-site accidents, including collecting required incident reporting forms and documentation.
• Coordinate with Regional Risk Managers to identify claims trends and plan proactive risk management.
• Review subcontractor documentation to verify employees have training relevant to their scope of work.
• Conduct OSHA 10- or 30-hour, HAZWOPER, and other safety-related training.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries.
• Auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles.
• Medical and emotional and mental health benefits.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources.
• Company-paid and voluntary life insurance.
• Tax-deferred savings accounts.
• 10 backup daycare days each year.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed