Safety Manager - Construction

Spiniello • Greenbelt, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At Spiniello Companies, safety isn't a department—it's a core value that drives every project we deliver. We're seeking an experienced Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across our Washington, D.C. region, partnering with operations, field leadership, and project teams to ensure every employee returns home safely every day. This is an opportunity for a hands-on safety professional who thrives in the field, enjoys coaching and mentoring others, and is passionate about creating a proactive safety culture throughout complex heavy civil construction projects.

For more than a century, Spiniello Companies has been delivering critical infrastructure projects that improve the communities where we live and work. As a nationally recognized contractor specializing in underground utilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, heavy civil construction, trenchless technologies, and pipeline rehabilitation, we solve some of the industry's most complex construction challenges. Founded in 1922, Spiniello is one of the few contractors that self-performs all aspects of open-cut construction and specialty pipe rehabilitation. Our California operations continue to expand by delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions for municipalities, utility districts, and public agencies across the state. As we continue to grow, we are looking for experienced estimating professionals who are passionate about building the infrastructure that serves California's communities.

Requirements

• OSHA 500 or OSHA 510/502 certification (current or obtained within the required timeframe)
• CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) certification
• Minimum of 5 years of construction safety experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and heavy civil construction safety practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience conducting incident investigations and root cause analyses
• Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively with project managers, field personnel, union employees, clients, and regulatory agencies

Nice To Haves

• HAZWOPER Certification
• Experience supporting underground utility, trenchless, water/wastewater, or heavy civil construction projects

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional Safety Action Plans focused on preventing accidents, incidents, and property damage.
• Create and manage project-specific Health and Safety Plans that meet client and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee daily Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) submissions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
• Identify safety trends and proactively develop training and preventative measures.
• Lead, coach, and mentor safety personnel while supporting field supervisors and project managers.
• Conduct regular field audits and inspections to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company policies, and client requirements.
• Ensure crews comply with customer, environmental, and regulatory safety standards.
• Conduct and oversee daily, weekly, and project-specific safety meetings.
• Maintain required safety documentation, reports, and inspection records.
• Support accident investigations, injury reporting, and post-incident response.
• Administer random and post-accident drug testing in accordance with company policy.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel while promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Invest in our people
• Promote from within whenever possible
• Empower our teams to make meaningful contributions to projects that strengthen communities for generations to come.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED