Safety Manager - Construction

Spiniello•Greenbelt, MD

About The Position

Spiniello Companies is seeking a Safety Manager to lead safety initiatives across its Washington, D.C. region heavy civil and underground utilities projects. The role oversees safety performance across multiple construction projects and serves as an advisor to operations, field leadership, project teams, and regional leadership. It is a hands-on position that involves working in the field, coaching and mentoring colleagues, and building a proactive safety culture. Project-based travel, including overnight travel, is required; the posting estimates travel at approximately 20%.

Requirements

Current OSHA 500 or OSHA 510/502 certification, or ability to obtain it within the required timeframe.
CHST (Construction Health & Safety Technician) certification.
At least 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.
Willingness to travel approximately 20%, including overnight travel when project needs require.

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 to prevent 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 and ensure they are accurate, complete, and compliant.
Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses; conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
Identify safety trends and develop training and preventative measures.
Lead, coach, and mentor safety personnel while supporting field supervisors and project managers.
Conduct regular field audits and inspections for 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 working relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.