Safety Manager II

Wharton Smith • Fort Myers, FL

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About The Position

Wharton-Smith, Inc., a general contractor serving the Southeast, is seeking a Safety Manager II willing to work in Fort Myers, Florida. The role supports jobsite safety by assisting with inspections and hazard identification, implementing the project safety plan and company safety policies, monitoring work practices and PPE use, and maintaining incident and compliance documentation. The Safety Manager II also supports safety meetings, training, and other tasks as directed by the Safety Manager or project leadership team.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of OSHA regulations and construction safety standards.
• Ability to perform jobsite safety inspections and recognize hazards.
• Familiarity with personal protective equipment requirements and enforcement.
• Understanding of incident reporting and investigation procedures.
• Ability to review and support site-specific safety plans.
• Experience maintaining safety documentation, reports, and compliance records.
• Basic knowledge of construction processes and jobsite operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for safety reporting.
• Ability to track and analyze safety metrics and observations.
• Ability to work in a construction jobsite environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to observe, identify, and document safety hazards.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project teams and subcontractors.
• Willingness to learn and support construction safety programs and initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 10-hour certification preferred; OSHA 30 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with jobsite safety inspections and hazard identification.
• Support implementation of the project safety plan and Wharton-Smith safety policies.
• Monitor jobsite activities to ensure proper use of personal protective equipment and safe work practices.
• Assist with documentation of incidents, near-misses, and safety observations.
• Support safety meetings and safety training initiatives.
• Maintain safety records, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Perform other tasks as directed by the Safety Manager or project leadership team.

What This Job Offers

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