Safety Manager

Delta Oaks Group•Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The Safety Manager develops, implements, audits, and enforces the company’s Health and Safety programs, policies, and procedures in accordance with federal, state, local, and client requirements. The position drives field engagement, subcontractor compliance, incident prevention, and continuous improvement to promote a safety-first culture. The role coordinates with executive and department leadership to realize associated goals and supports safety across telecommunications tower, fiber, civil construction, and field services. It includes program leadership, regulatory compliance, subcontractor management, training, site audits, incident management, equipment and PPE oversight, client and agency interaction, metrics and reporting, emergency preparedness, quality integration, fleet and driver safety, and safety-culture initiatives. The position requires regular site visits and climbs, approximately 50% travel, and work in a fast-paced environment where communication with coworkers and strategic partners is paramount. Physical and work conditions include lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds and working at heights, in varying weather, around RF sources, energized equipment, trenches, and active roadways.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of Health and Safety experience in telecommunications tower construction, utility/fiber construction, and/or civil construction, with a strong field-based background.
Demonstrated subcontractor safety oversight across multi-state projects.
Strong knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, ANSI Z359, NESC, FCC RF, NFPA 70E, and MUTCD.
Extensive experience creating JSAs, lift/rigging and rescue plans, and conducting incident investigations.
Proficiency with safety software for incident logs, audits, and training LMS.
Effective, positive communication and problem-solving skills for identifying, analyzing, researching, evaluating, and resolving project, personnel, and client issues.
Proven conflict-management skills.
General knowledge of tower structure and foundation construction, site civil construction, and fiber construction methods, including equipment operation.
Expanded knowledge and thorough familiarity with codes and standards relating to telecommunication structures, including TIA/EIA-222 requirements.
Thorough understanding of DOT regulations and policies related to equipment and material transportation and hauling.
Complete understanding of OSHA safety codes and regulations, industry best practices, and jurisdiction requirements related to construction and field services.
Ability to safely navigate variable construction-site conditions, including cluttered areas, heavy equipment, adverse weather, low- or no-light conditions, uneven surfaces, and other challenging conditions.
CPR/First Aid, RF Awareness, and OSHA 30-Hour certifications.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the company’s insurability standards; employment is contingent upon passing an MVR check.
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent work experience.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Willingness and capability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment where communication with coworkers and strategic partners is paramount.

Nice To Haves

Competency in Construction Project Management Systems.
CHST, STS-C, CSP, CUSP, or equivalent certification.
NFPA 70E training.
ATSSA TCS for traffic control.
NWSA qualification.
Authorized/Competent Climber and Rescuer Trainer qualification.
OSHA 500/510a.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with executive and department leadership to achieve associated goals.
Maintain and improve the Health and Safety Manual, Standard Operating Procedures, Job Hazard Analyses, Risk Registers, and Site-Specific Safety Plans.
Maintain regulatory compliance and adherence to applicable OSHA, ANSI/ASSP Z359, NATE, FCC RF, NESC, NFPA 70E, MUTCD, DOT/FMCSA, and other relevant requirements.
Oversee tower safety, including fall protection, rigging and hoisting plans, rescue plans and drills, RF exposure controls, climbing authorizations, equipment controls, inspections, hot work, weather protocols, material handling, and subcontractor oversight.
Oversee fiber and civil construction safety, including trenching and excavation, utility location, shoring, traffic control, permits, HDD safety, work-zone setup, material handling, and subcontractor oversight.
Manage subcontractor prequalification and annual reviews, safety exhibits, site-specific safety plan reviews and approvals, kickoff orientations, field audits, performance scoring, and corrective actions.
Coordinate and track required safety training and compliance, including tower rescue, fall protection, RF awareness, first aid/CPR/AED, equipment operation, rigging, trenching, hazard communication, lock out/tag out, and driver safety.
Conduct and record site safety inspections; verify PPE, equipment inspections, permits, and daily JHAs; issue corrective action plans and stop work when needed.
Manage incident triage, notifications, root-cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, lessons learned, and OSHA reporting and recordkeeping.
Specify, issue, track, and inspect safety equipment and PPE, including fall protection, rescue kits, RF and gas monitors, ladders, lifts, and rigging gear.
Attend preconstruction activities as needed, safety walks, and audits; respond to RFP safety sections; and support permits and regulatory interactions.
Maintain OSHA logs and leading and lagging indicators, report to leadership monthly, identify trends, mitigate risk, and drive safety goals, action plans, and continuous improvement using near-miss data.
Develop site emergency response plans, coordinate drills, plan for severe weather and heat stress, and coordinate medical response.
Align safety with operations, including engineering, inspections, and construction.
Administer and execute the company Safety Dollars recognition program and support employee engagement.
Oversee fleet and driver safety, including MVRs, vehicle inspections, DOT files if applicable, distracted driving, and journey management.
Promote safety culture through leading by example, recognition programs, supervisor mentoring, and coaching.