Safety Manager Berks County

Berg Construction LLC • Reading, PA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Berg Construction, LLC is a growing general contractor operating across south-central Pennsylvania, specializing in civil and commercial work including earthwork, site utilities, foundations, and structural construction. Safety is a core value at Berg Construction, supported by an active safety committee and executive-level commitment. The company is rebuilding its dedicated safety function and seeks a Safety Manager to own the day-to-day safety operations. This role offers significant support, including an experienced internal champion, a regular safety committee, and leadership that is receptive to input. It presents a unique opportunity to build and lead a safety program. The Safety Manager will split time between the office and active job sites (2-3 days per week), serving as the primary contact for OSHA compliance, incident investigation, training, and safety program development. The role requires a field presence and aims to build trust with craft workers by ensuring safety guidance is practical and effective.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, environmental science, construction management, engineering, or a related field; OR 2+ years of direct construction safety experience in lieu of degree.
• Working knowledge of OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 construction standards, including excavation/trenching (Subpart P), fall protection (Subpart M), scaffolding (Subpart L), and PPE requirements.
• Ability to pass a background check and meet site access requirements (valid driver's license, ability to work outdoors in varying conditions).
• Integrity: enforce rules even when inconvenient, do not look the other way.
• Proactive mindset: identify and fix hazards before incidents happen.
• Communication skills: explain regulations clearly and write clear reports.
• Persistence: follow up, close corrective actions, and ensure tasks are completed.
• Analytical thinking: connect data, trends, and observations to underlying causes.

Nice To Haves

• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
• CHST (Construction Health and Safety Technician), ASP (Associate Safety Professional), or CSP (Certified Safety Professional) credential, or active candidacy.
• Experience with OSHA recordkeeping (300/300A logs), incident investigation, and root-cause analysis methodologies (5 Whys, fault-tree, fishbone).
• Familiarity with silica (29 CFR 1926.1153) and respiratory protection programs.
• Experience using safety management software, inspection apps (GoCanvas, SafetyCulture/iAuditor, Procore Safety, or similar), or data reporting tools.
• Prior exposure to earthwork, underground utilities, or civil construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular job site inspections and safety audits across active projects.
• Identify and correct hazards related to excavation, trenching, equipment operation, material handling, fall protection, and struck-by/caught-in exposures.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 (construction) and applicable state and local regulations.
• Review and enforce subcontractor safety plans and site-specific requirements.
• Investigate all incidents, near-misses, and first-aid events promptly and thoroughly.
• Conduct structured root-cause analysis and develop corrective action plans with measurable closure dates.
• Maintain OSHA 300/300A logs and coordinate any required regulatory reporting.
• Design and deliver safety training, including toolbox talks, new-hire orientations, competent person certifications, and topic-specific programs.
• Support and strengthen the existing safety committee.
• Build internal safety champions at the foreman and superintendent level.
• Maintain, improve, and implement Berg's written safety programs (hazard communication, fall protection, excavation, lockout/tagout, PPE, silica, etc.).
• Track safety data, prepare reports, and use trend analysis to prioritize improvement efforts.
• Coordinate with HR on workers' compensation claims, return-to-work, and recordkeeping.
• Keep current on regulatory changes and advise leadership on compliance obligations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement for site travel
• Professional development support including continuing education and certification fees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level